Key Takeaway
Augusta Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Columbus, Columbia County, GA. It has 85 violations on record (10 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Augusta Quarry
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Columbus, Columbia County, GA
Employees: 28
Recent Violations
View all 85 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 02/20/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/24/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/13/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 06/13/2017 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 10/05/2016 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/21/2015 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/14/2015 | 56.14130(e)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/14/2015 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/27/2014 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/25/2014 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 06/25/2014 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/24/2012 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/28/2011 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 12/27/2011 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.12041 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/24/2011 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/24/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/16/2010 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 61d restricted |
| 09/14/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 130d lost, 47d restricted |
| 01/12/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 10/15/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 91d lost, 1d restricted |
| 09/09/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/09/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 05/07/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 05/02/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 21d restricted |
| 04/24/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/07/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 68 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/27/2025 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 02/18/2025 | 02/22/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 04/23/2024 | 04/24/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 02/20/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2023 | 06/12/2023 | 26.50 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 10/17/2022 | 10/18/2022 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 06/07/2022 | 06/09/2022 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 12/07/2021 | 12/08/2021 | 18.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Augusta Quarry have?
Augusta Quarry has 85 MSHA violations on record, of which 10 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Augusta Quarry?
Augusta Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Columbus, Columbia County, GA. It currently has 28 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Augusta Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Augusta Quarry has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Augusta Quarry?
Augusta Quarry is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0900907.