Key Takeaway
BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Montrose, Susquehanna County, PA. It has 112 violations on record (38 S&S) and $30K in proposed penalties. Operated by F S LOPKE CONTRACTING INC.
BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY
Operator: F S LOPKE CONTRACTING INC
Controller: Steven Gregg; Barbara A Lopke
Location: Montrose, Susquehanna County, PA
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 112 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/23/2025 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/28/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,818 |
| 01/28/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 09/05/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 09/05/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/16/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/26/2023 | 56.4104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/26/2023 | 56.14132 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/26/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/25/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/25/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/14/2006 | IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/10/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 36d lost, 26d restricted |
| 11/03/2003 | NO VALUE FOUND | NO VALUE FOUND | None |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 36.25 | 1 |
| 07/24/2025 | 07/25/2025 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/06/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2023 | 11/22/2023 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 10/25/2023 | 11/03/2023 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 10/24/2023 | 10/25/2023 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 11/30/2022 | 12/05/2022 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 12/14/2021 | 12/17/2021 | 19.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY have?
BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY has 112 MSHA violations on record, of which 38 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $30K.
What type of mine is BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY?
BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Montrose, Susquehanna County, PA. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY?
BIRCHARDVILLE QUARRY is operated by F S LOPKE CONTRACTING INC and controlled by Steven Gregg; Barbara A Lopke. MSHA Mine ID: 3608729.