Key Takeaway
Cherokee Rock Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Bean Station, Grainger County, TN. It has 42 violations on record (6 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Cherokee Rock, LLC.
Cherokee Rock Quarry
Operator: Cherokee Rock, LLC
Controller: John Mitch Potter
Location: Bean Station, Grainger County, TN
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 42 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 62.120 | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/03/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/03/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/03/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/20/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/28/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 03/17/2021 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/05/2021 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 17 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | 12/18/2025 | 31.50 | 1 |
| 09/15/2025 | 09/22/2025 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/15/2024 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 10/03/2024 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 06/20/2024 | 06/21/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2024 | 03/12/2024 | 31.75 | 1 |
| 01/12/2024 | 01/12/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 12/04/2023 | 12/04/2023 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 09/18/2023 | 09/19/2023 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 09/06/2023 | 09/12/2023 | 42.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cherokee Rock Quarry have?
Cherokee Rock Quarry has 42 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is Cherokee Rock Quarry?
Cherokee Rock Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Bean Station, Grainger County, TN. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cherokee Rock Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Cherokee Rock Quarry has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cherokee Rock Quarry?
Cherokee Rock Quarry is operated by Cherokee Rock, LLC and controlled by John Mitch Potter. MSHA Mine ID: 4003529.