Key Takeaway
AVONDALE PLANT is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Avondale, Maricopa County, AZ. It has 67 violations on record (7 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by CalMat Co.
AVONDALE PLANT
Operator: CalMat Co
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Avondale, Maricopa County, AZ
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 67 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 07/25/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/25/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/25/2023 | 56.14100 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/15/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/10/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/06/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 03/06/2020 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 05/24/2018 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/24/2018 | 56.13010(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 05/24/2018 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $128 |
| 01/22/2015 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 01/22/2015 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/22/2015 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/21/2015 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/12/2010 | 56.14131(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 10/05/2009 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/14/2008 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 78d restricted |
| 04/08/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/04/2008 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 23d lost, 8d restricted |
| 07/10/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 11/29/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
| 11/28/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 11/03/2005 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/24/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
Inspections
View all 44 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2025 | 01/08/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 09/19/2024 | 09/23/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/18/2023 | 10/19/2023 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 07/25/2023 | 07/26/2023 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 03/09/2023 | 03/13/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/10/2022 | 08/10/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 03/15/2022 | 03/15/2022 | 8.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does AVONDALE PLANT have?
AVONDALE PLANT has 67 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is AVONDALE PLANT?
AVONDALE PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Avondale, Maricopa County, AZ. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at AVONDALE PLANT?
According to MSHA records, AVONDALE PLANT has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates AVONDALE PLANT?
AVONDALE PLANT is operated by CalMat Co and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0202933.