Key Takeaway
Fort Knox Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Fort Knox, Hardin County, KY. It has 84 violations on record (21 S&S) and $33K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Fort Knox Quarry
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Fort Knox, Hardin County, KY
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 84 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/18/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/23/2024 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 01/10/2024 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/19/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/19/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/08/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/23/2015 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/25/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/15/2007 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 01/24/2005 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 07/07/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 06/26/2004 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/18/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 02/24/2003 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 08/25/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
Inspections
View all 81 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/10/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 55.00 | 1 |
| 12/12/2024 | 12/19/2024 | 48.00 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/17/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/28/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2024 | 03/04/2024 | 54.50 | 3 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/22/2024 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 07/18/2023 | 07/24/2023 | 20.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fort Knox Quarry have?
Fort Knox Quarry has 84 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $33K.
What type of mine is Fort Knox Quarry?
Fort Knox Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Fort Knox, Hardin County, KY. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fort Knox Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Fort Knox Quarry has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fort Knox Quarry?
Fort Knox Quarry is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 1500079.