Key Takeaway
Cherokee Quarry is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cherokee, Colbert County, AL. It has 9 violations on record (3 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by SRM Materials, LLC.
Cherokee Quarry
Operator: SRM Materials, LLC
Controller: Michael Hollingshead
Location: Cherokee, Colbert County, AL
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 9 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 04/28/2025 | 56.6300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 04/28/2025 | 56.6300(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $366 |
| 01/28/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/08/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/19/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 10d restricted |
| 06/08/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
Inspections
View all 12 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 07/02/2025 | 07/03/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2025 | 05/28/2025 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 09/30/2024 | 09/30/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 02/16/2024 | 02/20/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 02/07/2024 | 02/08/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 04/19/2023 | 04/20/2023 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 01/04/2023 | 01/04/2023 | 7.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cherokee Quarry have?
Cherokee Quarry has 9 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Cherokee Quarry?
Cherokee Quarry is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cherokee, Colbert County, AL. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cherokee Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Cherokee Quarry has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cherokee Quarry?
Cherokee Quarry is operated by SRM Materials, LLC and controlled by Michael Hollingshead. MSHA Mine ID: 0103552.