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

Active Surface Stone

Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC

Controller: Vulcan Materials Company

Location: Fort Knox, Hardin County, KY

Employees: 12

84
Violations
21
S&S Violations
10
Accidents
$33K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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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

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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

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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

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1500079
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionCrushed, Broken Limestone NEC
Employees12
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates37.7855560, -85.8816670
Nearest TownFort Knox

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.