Key Takeaway
Columbia Plant #1 is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Columbia, St Clair County, IL. It has 115 violations on record (18 S&S) and $15K in proposed penalties. Operated by Columbia Quarry Company LLC.
Columbia Plant #1
Operator: Columbia Quarry Company LLC
Controller: Frank J Beelman III
Location: Columbia, St Clair County, IL
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 115 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/18/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/18/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/26/2023 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/25/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/22/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/22/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/22/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $295 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/28/2022 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | NoNegligence | $252 |
| 07/15/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/30/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/30/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/24/2010 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 06/24/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/23/2010 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 8d restricted |
| 11/06/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 24d lost |
| 09/08/2009 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/20/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 07/21/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 23d restricted |
| 06/26/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 07/27/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 58d lost, 17d restricted |
| 08/25/2006 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 03/15/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 09/30/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2025 | 09/30/2025 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 05/05/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 02/13/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/21/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/18/2024 | 04/18/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/13/2024 | 02/13/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/25/2023 | 08/10/2023 | 30.25 | 1 |
| 03/20/2023 | 03/23/2023 | 31.75 | 1 |
| 09/21/2022 | 09/27/2022 | 36.00 | 2 |
| 06/28/2022 | 06/29/2022 | 8.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Columbia Plant #1 have?
Columbia Plant #1 has 115 MSHA violations on record, of which 18 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $15K.
What type of mine is Columbia Plant #1?
Columbia Plant #1 is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Columbia, St Clair County, IL. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Columbia Plant #1?
According to MSHA records, Columbia Plant #1 has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Columbia Plant #1?
Columbia Plant #1 is operated by Columbia Quarry Company LLC and controlled by Frank J Beelman III. MSHA Mine ID: 1100038.