Key Takeaway
Cedar Rapids Jaw is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Franklin, Simpson County, KY. It has 13 violations on record (1 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Independence Excavating, Inc..
Cedar Rapids Jaw
Operator: Independence Excavating, Inc.
Controller: Vic DiGeronimo Jr
Location: Franklin, Simpson County, KY
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 13 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/18/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/18/2024 | 46.9(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/18/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/31/2023 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/31/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/31/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/29/2021 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/28/2021 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/27/2021 | 41.11(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/27/2021 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/27/2021 | 46.6(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 09/29/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 08/27/2025 | 08/28/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 03/26/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/27/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/18/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2023 | 08/01/2023 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 07/27/2021 | 08/03/2021 | 24.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cedar Rapids Jaw have?
Cedar Rapids Jaw has 13 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Cedar Rapids Jaw?
Cedar Rapids Jaw is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Franklin, Simpson County, KY. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cedar Rapids Jaw?
According to MSHA records, Cedar Rapids Jaw has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cedar Rapids Jaw?
Cedar Rapids Jaw is operated by Independence Excavating, Inc. and controlled by Vic DiGeronimo Jr. MSHA Mine ID: 3304766.