Key Takeaway
CHEROKEE QUARRY is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Hightower, Cherokee County, GA. It has 59 violations on record (9 S&S) and $12K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
CHEROKEE QUARRY
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Hightower, Cherokee County, GA
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 59 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 07/22/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/14/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/23/2022 | 50.20(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/22/2022 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/15/2021 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 01/14/2019 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/18/2017 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 12/21/2016 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 12/20/2016 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/22/2014 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $108 |
| 10/20/2014 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/20/2014 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/16/2014 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2012 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,657 |
| 10/06/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/05/2011 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 31d lost, 76d restricted |
| 09/30/2011 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 01/30/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 41d restricted |
| 06/06/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/28/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/08/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 217d lost |
| 03/09/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 33d restricted |
| 08/21/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 05/29/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 64 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 12/04/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 10/31/2024 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 04/08/2024 | 04/11/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 01/16/2024 | 01/18/2024 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/27/2023 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/15/2023 | 02/17/2023 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 09/12/2022 | 09/16/2022 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 03/21/2022 | 03/23/2022 | 28.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does CHEROKEE QUARRY have?
CHEROKEE QUARRY has 59 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12K.
What type of mine is CHEROKEE QUARRY?
CHEROKEE QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Hightower, Cherokee County, GA. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at CHEROKEE QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, CHEROKEE QUARRY has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates CHEROKEE QUARRY?
CHEROKEE QUARRY is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0901112.