Key Takeaway
Ballenger Stone is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Laurel, Franklin County, IN. It has 121 violations on record (37 S&S) and $24K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ballenger Stone.
Ballenger Stone
Operator: Ballenger Stone
Controller: James O Ballenger
Location: Laurel, Franklin County, IN
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 121 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $388 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | HighNegligence | $388 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $576 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/07/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $774 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $234 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $234 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $774 |
| 05/24/2022 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 01/18/2022 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,156 |
| 01/18/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 38d lost |
Inspections
View all 54 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 09/29/2025 | 09/30/2025 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 04/17/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 10/21/2024 | 11/04/2024 | 23.75 | 1 |
| 06/04/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 01/29/2024 | 01/29/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 05/09/2023 | 05/09/2023 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 12/07/2022 | 12/07/2022 | 22.25 | 2 |
| 09/14/2022 | 09/14/2022 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 05/24/2022 | 05/24/2022 | 8.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ballenger Stone have?
Ballenger Stone has 121 MSHA violations on record, of which 37 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $24K.
What type of mine is Ballenger Stone?
Ballenger Stone is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Laurel, Franklin County, IN. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ballenger Stone?
According to MSHA records, Ballenger Stone has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ballenger Stone?
Ballenger Stone is operated by Ballenger Stone and controlled by James O Ballenger. MSHA Mine ID: 1202064.