Big Springs Quarry
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: Mid-States Materials LLC
Controller: Eric H Bettis; Matt McPherson
Location: Greely, Douglas County, KS
Employees: 28
162
Violations
23
S&S Violations
7
Accidents
$83K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 162 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/11/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/06/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/06/2024 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/06/2024 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,287 |
| 12/27/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,287 |
| 05/15/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/15/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/24/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 07/27/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/27/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 4d lost, 7d restricted |
| 04/09/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 35d restricted |
| 11/11/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 03/11/2013 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/20/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 193d restricted |
| 04/09/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 4d lost, 23d restricted |
| 01/21/2008 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 54 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/17/2026 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/11/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 03/20/2025 | 03/21/2025 | 32.50 | 2 |
| 06/06/2024 | 06/07/2024 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/08/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 12/27/2023 | 12/28/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2023 | 05/22/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/15/2023 | 05/15/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/27/2023 | 01/27/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1401675
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionCrushed, Broken Limestone NEC
Employees28
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates38.9858330, -95.5002780
Nearest TownGreely
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Big Springs Quarry have?
Big Springs Quarry has 162 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $83K.
What type of mine is Big Springs Quarry?
Big Springs Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Greely, Douglas County, KS. It currently has 28 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Big Springs Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Big Springs Quarry has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Big Springs Quarry?
Big Springs Quarry is operated by Mid-States Materials LLC and controlled by Eric H Bettis; Matt McPherson. MSHA Mine ID: 1401675.