Key Takeaway
BIG CREEK QUARRY INC is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Benton, Lincoln County, MO. It has 174 violations on record (41 S&S) and $56K in proposed penalties. Operated by Big Creek Quarry Inc.
BIG CREEK QUARRY INC
Operator: Big Creek Quarry Inc
Controller: C Scott Hiebert
Location: Benton, Lincoln County, MO
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 174 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/14/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 07/14/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 07/14/2025 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,431 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/26/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/20/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 03/20/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 08/09/2023 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $606 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/20/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 9d lost, 19d restricted |
| 06/22/2006 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 03/03/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 09/09/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/24/2005 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/01/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/02/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 88 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 03/05/2026 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/17/2025 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/31/2025 | 04/01/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/28/2025 | 39.75 | 2 |
| 07/03/2024 | 07/03/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2024 | 06/26/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 06/26/2024 | 06/26/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 08/09/2023 | 08/10/2023 | 25.25 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does BIG CREEK QUARRY INC have?
BIG CREEK QUARRY INC has 174 MSHA violations on record, of which 41 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $56K.
What type of mine is BIG CREEK QUARRY INC?
BIG CREEK QUARRY INC is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Benton, Lincoln County, MO. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at BIG CREEK QUARRY INC?
According to MSHA records, BIG CREEK QUARRY INC has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates BIG CREEK QUARRY INC?
BIG CREEK QUARRY INC is operated by Big Creek Quarry Inc and controlled by C Scott Hiebert. MSHA Mine ID: 2302213.