Key Takeaway
Cave Run Stone is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Morehead, Morgan County, KY. It has 141 violations on record (30 S&S) and $25K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hinkle Contracting Company LLC.
Cave Run Stone
Operator: Hinkle Contracting Company LLC
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Morehead, Morgan County, KY
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 141 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 56.4201 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/05/2024 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 02/01/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/01/2024 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/10/2023 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $905 |
| 07/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/21/2023 | 46.8(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $159 |
| 06/20/2023 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 06/20/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 06/20/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 07/12/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 01/04/2022 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/21/2020 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 10/28/2019 | 56.11008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/28/2019 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/21/2018 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/09/2018 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/07/2018 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/25/2022 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 04/06/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/18/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 33d lost |
| 05/30/2007 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 4d restricted |
| 06/09/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/05/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 257d lost |
| 12/09/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/23/2005 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/03/2005 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 36d lost |
| 10/05/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 13d lost, 42d restricted |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | 02/06/2026 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 05/30/2025 | 07/08/2025 | 91.25 | 2 |
| 11/14/2024 | 12/11/2024 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2024 | 07/15/2024 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2024 | 07/15/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 02/01/2024 | 02/05/2024 | 12.00 | 2 |
| 10/10/2023 | 10/11/2023 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 07/10/2023 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 01/19/2023 | 02/06/2023 | 30.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cave Run Stone have?
Cave Run Stone has 141 MSHA violations on record, of which 30 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is Cave Run Stone?
Cave Run Stone is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Morehead, Morgan County, KY. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cave Run Stone?
According to MSHA records, Cave Run Stone has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cave Run Stone?
Cave Run Stone is operated by Hinkle Contracting Company LLC and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1507194.