Key Takeaway
Bessemer Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Bessemer, Jefferson County, AL. It has 59 violations on record (13 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Bessemer Quarry
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Bessemer, Jefferson County, AL
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 59 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/06/2022 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2017 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/15/2016 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 11/14/2016 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 04/20/2016 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/20/2016 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/19/2014 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/26/2013 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/13/2012 | 56.11003 | S&S | HighNegligence | $634 |
| 09/12/2012 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 09/12/2012 | 56.11003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 09/12/2012 | 56.14131(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/12/2012 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/12/2012 | 56.14109(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/27/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/14/2011 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/29/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/23/2009 | 56.12013 | S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/14/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/04/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/03/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 90d restricted |
| 05/06/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/05/2007 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 08/01/2006 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 78d lost |
| 05/29/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/15/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
Inspections
View all 74 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/2025 | 11/04/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/24/2025 | 03/05/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 09/16/2024 | 09/16/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 07/17/2024 | 07/18/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 03/11/2024 | 03/11/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 04/19/2023 | 04/20/2023 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/29/2022 | 11/30/2022 | 9.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bessemer Quarry have?
Bessemer Quarry has 59 MSHA violations on record, of which 13 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Bessemer Quarry?
Bessemer Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Bessemer, Jefferson County, AL. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bessemer Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Bessemer Quarry has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bessemer Quarry?
Bessemer Quarry is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0103055.