Key Takeaway
Sigmon Strip #23 is a temporarily idled surface mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 406 violations on record (180 S&S) and $101K in proposed penalties. Operated by A & G Coal Corporation.
Sigmon Strip #23
Operator: A & G Coal Corporation
Controller: James C Justice III
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 406 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $209 |
| 12/19/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $165 |
| 12/18/2024 | 71.500(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $165 |
| 09/07/2022 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/26/2018 | 50.40(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 07/31/2018 | 50.40(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/31/2018 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $163 |
| 01/31/2018 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/16/2018 | 71.500(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $395 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $264 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $118 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $177 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $197 |
| 09/07/2017 | 77.412(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 09/07/2017 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 09/07/2017 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 10/12/2016 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $114 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 32 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 06/30/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 34d lost |
| 11/12/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 159d lost |
| 08/28/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 65d lost |
| 08/13/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 224d lost |
| 07/21/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 241d lost |
| 01/10/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 12/02/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 10/10/2008 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 09/25/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 167d lost |
Inspections
View all 103 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 12/30/2025 | 12/30/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 04/23/2025 | 04/30/2025 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 12/18/2024 | 12/30/2024 | 43.75 | 1 |
| 01/03/2024 | 01/03/2024 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2023 | 08/28/2023 | 19.00 | 2 |
| 11/16/2022 | 03/17/2023 | 38.25 | 3 |
| 08/30/2022 | 09/26/2022 | 25.75 | 2 |
| 12/29/2021 | 03/17/2022 | 39.50 | 2 |
| 06/09/2021 | 07/21/2021 | 37.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sigmon Strip #23 have?
Sigmon Strip #23 has 406 MSHA violations on record, of which 180 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $101K.
What type of mine is Sigmon Strip #23?
Sigmon Strip #23 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sigmon Strip #23?
According to MSHA records, Sigmon Strip #23 has 32 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sigmon Strip #23?
Sigmon Strip #23 is operated by A & G Coal Corporation and controlled by James C Justice III. MSHA Mine ID: 4406869.