Key Takeaway
Highwall Miner #1 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in APPALACHIA, Wise County, VA. It has 219 violations on record (84 S&S) and $82K in proposed penalties. Operated by JRC MINING, INC.
Highwall Miner #1
Operator: JRC MINING, INC
Controller: Charles Collins
Location: APPALACHIA, Wise County, VA
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 219 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2026 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 01/07/2026 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 04/09/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2024 | 77.1000 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,945 |
| 10/15/2024 | 77.1501(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,945 |
| 10/07/2024 | 77.1000 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,945 |
| 10/07/2024 | 77.1501(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,945 |
| 09/16/2024 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $204 |
| 07/31/2024 | 48.23(c)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 07/31/2024 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/14/2024 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/08/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/07/2024 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/13/2023 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/13/2023 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/13/2023 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/10/2023 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/10/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/06/2023 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/06/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/28/2014 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 03/06/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 08/11/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 64 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 01/12/2026 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 04/08/2025 | 04/10/2025 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 12/09/2024 | 12/09/2024 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2024 | 10/24/2024 | 66.50 | 3 |
| 07/31/2024 | 09/18/2024 | 50.50 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 5.75 | 2 |
| 04/01/2024 | 05/08/2024 | 65.25 | 1 |
| 01/19/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 83.75 | 3 |
| 08/25/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Highwall Miner #1 have?
Highwall Miner #1 has 219 MSHA violations on record, of which 84 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $82K.
What type of mine is Highwall Miner #1?
Highwall Miner #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in APPALACHIA, Wise County, VA. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Highwall Miner #1?
According to MSHA records, Highwall Miner #1 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Highwall Miner #1?
Highwall Miner #1 is operated by JRC MINING, INC and controlled by Charles Collins. MSHA Mine ID: 1518914.