FORT DODGE QUARRY
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: United States Gypsum Company
Controller: USG Corporation
Location: Fort Dodge, Webster County, IA
Employees: 23
159
Violations
19
S&S Violations
13
Accidents
$27K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 159 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $165 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/07/2023 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/19/2023 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/04/2022 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/03/2022 | 56.6202(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/15/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/02/2022 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 10/24/2019 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 02/05/2019 | 56.15014 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/04/2018 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 10/04/2018 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/21/2017 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $163 |
| 11/21/2017 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $544 |
| 11/21/2017 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $544 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 13 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/19/2023 | NONPOWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/18/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/27/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/19/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 37d lost, 71d restricted |
| 02/13/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
| 10/08/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/27/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 02/10/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/27/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/16/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 20d restricted |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 08/04/2025 | 08/04/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 07/30/2025 | 07/31/2025 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/11/2025 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 02/18/2025 | 02/19/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 03/04/2024 | 03/05/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/05/2023 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 07/06/2023 | 07/13/2023 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/18/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1300433
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionGypsum
Employees23
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates42.4850000, -94.1313890
Nearest TownFort Dodge
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does FORT DODGE QUARRY have?
FORT DODGE QUARRY has 159 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $27K.
What type of mine is FORT DODGE QUARRY?
FORT DODGE QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fort Dodge, Webster County, IA. It currently has 23 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at FORT DODGE QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, FORT DODGE QUARRY has 13 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates FORT DODGE QUARRY?
FORT DODGE QUARRY is operated by United States Gypsum Company and controlled by USG Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1300433.