Key Takeaway
Darby Road Mine #1 is a temporarily idled surface mine producing Coal, located in Keokee, Wise County, VA. It has 92 violations on record (34 S&S) and $100K in proposed penalties. Operated by Virginia Fuels Corporation.
Darby Road Mine #1
Operator: Virginia Fuels Corporation
Controller: Jillean L Justice; James C Justice lll
Location: Keokee, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 92 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/12/2017 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $344 |
| 07/12/2017 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,146 |
| 07/12/2017 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,146 |
| 03/27/2017 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 03/23/2017 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/15/2017 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $356 |
| 03/15/2017 | 77.403(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $356 |
| 03/15/2017 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/15/2017 | 50.40(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 03/08/2017 | 48.23(n) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 48.23(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.402(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.402(c)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.402(c)(1)(iv) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.402(c)(2)(iv) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.206(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 77.1712 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/28/2017 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 09/24/2015 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 158d lost |
Inspections
View all 33 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 03/26/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 01/14/2020 | 01/14/2020 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2019 | 06/06/2019 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 03/05/2019 | 03/05/2019 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 09/12/2018 | 09/12/2018 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/31/2018 | 01/31/2018 | 7.50 | 2 |
| 07/10/2017 | 08/07/2017 | 49.50 | 2 |
| 04/13/2017 | 04/17/2017 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 03/29/2017 | 04/03/2017 | 4.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Darby Road Mine #1 have?
Darby Road Mine #1 has 92 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $100K.
What type of mine is Darby Road Mine #1?
Darby Road Mine #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Keokee, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Darby Road Mine #1?
According to MSHA records, Darby Road Mine #1 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Darby Road Mine #1?
Darby Road Mine #1 is operated by Virginia Fuels Corporation and controlled by Jillean L Justice; James C Justice lll. MSHA Mine ID: 4407253.