Key Takeaway
Chalk Hills Quarry is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Emery, Emery County, UT. It has 115 violations on record (25 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by Diamond K Gypsum Inc.
Chalk Hills Quarry
Operator: Diamond K Gypsum Inc
Controller: Karen Palmer
Location: Emery, Emery County, UT
Employees: 25
Recent Violations
View all 115 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.14130(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.14207 | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 12/14/2023 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/14/2023 | 56.14130(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/13/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 09/13/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 09/12/2023 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/12/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/12/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/12/2023 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/12/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/07/2022 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 16 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/07/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/26/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/01/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/06/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 30d restricted |
| 03/09/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2018 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/14/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 01/12/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/07/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/2025 | 11/14/2025 | 43.50 | 2 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.75 | 2 |
| 06/18/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/14/2025 | 34.50 | 1 |
| 08/29/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 31.00 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 5.50 | 2 |
| 12/14/2023 | 12/18/2023 | 27.50 | 1 |
| 09/11/2023 | 09/15/2023 | 36.25 | 1 |
| 11/29/2022 | 11/30/2022 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2022 | 07/08/2022 | 38.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Chalk Hills Quarry have?
Chalk Hills Quarry has 115 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is Chalk Hills Quarry?
Chalk Hills Quarry is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Emery, Emery County, UT. It currently has 25 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Chalk Hills Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Chalk Hills Quarry has 16 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Chalk Hills Quarry?
Chalk Hills Quarry is operated by Diamond K Gypsum Inc and controlled by Karen Palmer. MSHA Mine ID: 4202077.