Key Takeaway
Athens Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Athens, Mcminn County, TN. It has 26 violations on record (9 S&S) and $11K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Athens Quarry
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Athens, Mcminn County, TN
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 26 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 10/13/2020 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/02/2019 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/09/2018 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/07/2016 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $666 |
| 08/06/2013 | 56.11008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,944 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,944 |
| 05/25/2011 | 46.7(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,161 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 05/24/2011 | 46.11(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $601 |
| 11/23/2010 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 11/23/2010 | 56.12067 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/07/2010 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/20/2010 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 01/20/2010 | 56.12012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 01/20/2010 | 56.14206(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 10/16/2008 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 07/26/2007 | OTHER | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 77d restricted |
| 07/26/2002 | ELECTRICAL | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 60d restricted |
Inspections
View all 64 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | 11/26/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/22/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 08/06/2025 | 09/26/2025 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 05/29/2025 | 05/30/2025 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 03/19/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2023 | 08/15/2023 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 07/28/2023 | 07/28/2023 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 02/14/2023 | 02/21/2023 | 8.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Athens Quarry have?
Athens Quarry has 26 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $11K.
What type of mine is Athens Quarry?
Athens Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Athens, Mcminn County, TN. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Athens Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Athens Quarry has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Athens Quarry?
Athens Quarry is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4000125.