Key Takeaway
Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA. It has 49 violations on record (8 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Wendling Quarries Inc.
Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487
Operator: Wendling Quarries Inc
Controller: Manaco Corporation
Location: Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 49 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 01/07/2025 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/04/2024 | 50.10(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/26/2024 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 06/25/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/25/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 47.44(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/11/2023 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/10/2023 | 56.4603(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/14/2022 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/14/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/07/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/04/2024 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/28/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 10/16/2021 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/28/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/04/2013 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 114d restricted |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/05/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/07/2025 | 01/08/2025 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/17/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 08/19/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2024 | 07/01/2024 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 07/10/2023 | 07/11/2023 | 11.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 have?
Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 has 49 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487?
Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487?
According to MSHA records, Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487?
Blairsferry Dredge Dept. 487 is operated by Wendling Quarries Inc and controlled by Manaco Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1302378.