Key Takeaway
Goretown Mine is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Loris, Horry County, SC. It has 232 violations on record (59 S&S) and $81K in proposed penalties. Operated by SC Rock, LLC.
Goretown Mine
Operator: SC Rock, LLC
Controller: William H Griste
Location: Loris, Horry County, SC
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 232 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 01/07/2025 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 09/25/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/25/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/24/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/24/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/24/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/08/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 272d lost, 42d restricted |
| 06/28/2013 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/20/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 06/20/2011 | MACHINERY | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 06/14/2011 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 08/26/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 105d restricted |
| 05/10/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 224d lost, 12d restricted |
| 09/20/2001 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/02/2001 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/30/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
Inspections
View all 94 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/07/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 05/01/2025 | 05/01/2025 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 01/29/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 01/06/2025 | 01/24/2025 | 53.25 | 1 |
| 10/02/2024 | 10/02/2024 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 01/30/2024 | 01/30/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Goretown Mine have?
Goretown Mine has 232 MSHA violations on record, of which 59 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $81K.
What type of mine is Goretown Mine?
Goretown Mine is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Loris, Horry County, SC. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Goretown Mine?
According to MSHA records, Goretown Mine has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Goretown Mine?
Goretown Mine is operated by SC Rock, LLC and controlled by William H Griste. MSHA Mine ID: 3800686.