Key Takeaway
Forks of the River Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Knoxville, Knox County, TN. It has 91 violations on record (19 S&S) and $17K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC.
Forks of the River Quarry
Operator: Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Knoxville, Knox County, TN
Employees: 16
Recent Violations
View all 91 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | 56.12068 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 05/08/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/19/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/14/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/15/2022 | 56.3131 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,194 |
| 06/10/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/09/2022 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/09/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/11/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/04/2015 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 04/07/2015 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/23/2014 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/23/2014 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 02/12/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/11/2014 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/24/2013 | 56.14110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 06/24/2013 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/19/2012 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $112 |
| 11/19/2012 | 46.5(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $270 |
| 11/19/2012 | 56.14115 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/29/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/23/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 14d restricted |
| 08/21/2015 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/22/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 134d lost |
| 05/24/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 227d restricted |
| 05/02/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 10/01/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 07/06/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 01/06/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/20/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
Inspections
View all 86 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 10/30/2025 | 36.25 | 1 |
| 09/24/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 05/06/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/28/2025 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 07/30/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 07/30/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 04/18/2024 | 04/23/2024 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 11/01/2023 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 06/07/2023 | 06/23/2023 | 74.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Forks of the River Quarry have?
Forks of the River Quarry has 91 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $17K.
What type of mine is Forks of the River Quarry?
Forks of the River Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Knoxville, Knox County, TN. It currently has 16 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Forks of the River Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Forks of the River Quarry has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Forks of the River Quarry?
Forks of the River Quarry is operated by Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4001610.