Blue Sky Quarry #2
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: Blue Sky Quarries, Inc.
Controller: Massoud Besharat
Location: Vesta, Oglethorpe County, GA
Employees: 5
184
Violations
48
S&S Violations
5
Accidents
$159K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 184 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.6132(a)(6) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 05/01/2024 | 62.175(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/30/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/30/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/30/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/22/2022 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 09/22/2022 | 56.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/22/2022 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/22/2022 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/06/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/01/2022 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2023 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/20/2017 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 08/29/2013 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 04/09/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 09/08/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 82 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 44.00 | 1 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 04/29/2024 | 05/01/2024 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 12/04/2023 | 12/08/2023 | 32.75 | 1 |
| 07/18/2023 | 07/25/2023 | 29.75 | 1 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/29/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 02/02/2023 | 02/02/2023 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 10/20/2022 | 10/21/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/21/2022 | 09/23/2022 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 01/26/2022 | 01/26/2022 | 12.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0901147
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionDimension Granite
Employees5
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates33.9680560, -82.9530560
Nearest TownVesta
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blue Sky Quarry #2 have?
Blue Sky Quarry #2 has 184 MSHA violations on record, of which 48 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $159K.
What type of mine is Blue Sky Quarry #2?
Blue Sky Quarry #2 is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Vesta, Oglethorpe County, GA. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blue Sky Quarry #2?
According to MSHA records, Blue Sky Quarry #2 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blue Sky Quarry #2?
Blue Sky Quarry #2 is operated by Blue Sky Quarries, Inc. and controlled by Massoud Besharat. MSHA Mine ID: 0901147.