Key Takeaway
Cantera Dorado is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Vega Alta, Manati County, PR. It has 137 violations on record (45 S&S) and $38K in proposed penalties. Operated by Dorado Quarry And Recycling Corp.
Cantera Dorado
Operator: Dorado Quarry And Recycling Corp
Controller: Pablo F Del Valle Rivera
Location: Vega Alta, Manati County, PR
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 137 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 46.5(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/28/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/24/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/20/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/15/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/15/2023 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 11/14/2023 | 56.14131(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 11/14/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/01/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/20/2022 | 56.14130(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 04/28/2022 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/28/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/14/2021 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 07/28/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/28/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 06/25/2019 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/25/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2020 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 01/09/2009 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/16/2007 | ENTRAPMENT | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/23/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 05/30/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 115 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 11/05/2025 | 11/07/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 07/07/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 01/27/2025 | 01/27/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/24/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2025 | 01/03/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 09/30/2024 | 09/30/2024 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2024 | 06/06/2024 | 6.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cantera Dorado have?
Cantera Dorado has 137 MSHA violations on record, of which 45 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $38K.
What type of mine is Cantera Dorado?
Cantera Dorado is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Vega Alta, Manati County, PR. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cantera Dorado?
According to MSHA records, Cantera Dorado has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cantera Dorado?
Cantera Dorado is operated by Dorado Quarry And Recycling Corp and controlled by Pablo F Del Valle Rivera. MSHA Mine ID: 5400036.