Key Takeaway
CASTLEWOOD PLANT is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Castlewood, Russell County, VA. It has 220 violations on record (64 S&S) and $52K in proposed penalties. Operated by APPALACHIAN AGGREGATES, LLC.
CASTLEWOOD PLANT
Operator: APPALACHIAN AGGREGATES, LLC
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Castlewood, Russell County, VA
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 220 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 04/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/19/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $232 |
| 12/19/2022 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,152 |
| 12/19/2022 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,152 |
| 01/04/2021 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 03/27/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/26/2020 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $171 |
| 03/26/2020 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/10/2019 | 56.12026 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $199 |
| 12/10/2019 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/11/2019 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/11/2019 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $440 |
| 09/11/2019 | 56.12018 | S&S | ModNegligence | $977 |
| 09/11/2019 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $293 |
| 09/11/2019 | 56.17001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/01/2018 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/01/2018 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 09/27/2018 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 35 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2024 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/14/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 297d lost |
| 05/07/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/04/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/12/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/25/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 08/01/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 07/09/2012 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/06/2011 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/21/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 87 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | 01/21/2026 | 55.25 | 3 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 06/11/2025 | 42.00 | 1 |
| 12/18/2024 | 01/27/2025 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/11/2024 | 38.25 | 1 |
| 10/23/2023 | 10/27/2023 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 04/18/2023 | 09/20/2023 | 41.25 | 3 |
| 12/04/2022 | 01/15/2023 | 43.25 | 1 |
| 05/09/2022 | 09/28/2022 | 70.00 | 1 |
| 12/10/2021 | 12/16/2021 | 35.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does CASTLEWOOD PLANT have?
CASTLEWOOD PLANT has 220 MSHA violations on record, of which 64 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $52K.
What type of mine is CASTLEWOOD PLANT?
CASTLEWOOD PLANT is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Castlewood, Russell County, VA. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at CASTLEWOOD PLANT?
According to MSHA records, CASTLEWOOD PLANT has 35 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates CASTLEWOOD PLANT?
CASTLEWOOD PLANT is operated by APPALACHIAN AGGREGATES, LLC and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4400165.