Key Takeaway
Bluestone Operation is a abandoned surface mine producing Stone, located in Nicholson, Wyoming County, PA. It has 10 violations on record (4 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Natural Stone Quarry LLC.
Bluestone Operation
Operator: Natural Stone Quarry LLC
Controller: Jose Ruben Samaniego
Location: Nicholson, Wyoming County, PA
Recent Violations
View all 10 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/23/2023 | 56.4200(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/23/2023 | 56.18002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 07/17/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/23/2022 | 56.15004 | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/23/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/23/2022 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 03/23/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Inspections
View all 4 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 | 08/11/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/27/2024 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 08/23/2023 | 08/23/2023 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/23/2022 | 03/24/2022 | 17.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bluestone Operation have?
Bluestone Operation has 10 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Bluestone Operation?
Bluestone Operation is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Nicholson, Wyoming County, PA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bluestone Operation?
According to MSHA records, Bluestone Operation has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bluestone Operation?
Bluestone Operation is operated by Natural Stone Quarry LLC and controlled by Jose Ruben Samaniego. MSHA Mine ID: 3610350.