Key Takeaway
Grove Stone Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Swannanoa, Buncombe County, NC. It has 89 violations on record (21 S&S) and $14K in proposed penalties. Operated by B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co.
Grove Stone Quarry
Operator: B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co
Controller: Jeffrey Goodman
Location: Swannanoa, Buncombe County, NC
Employees: 37
Recent Violations
View all 89 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 10/08/2024 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/01/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 08/01/2024 | 56.14107 | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 08/01/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/29/2024 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/25/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/09/2022 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/08/2022 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 11/07/2022 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/20/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/20/2022 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2022 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2022 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 12/08/2021 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $661 |
| 09/24/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/23/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 12/08/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 36 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 03/27/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 46d restricted |
| 11/13/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 09/11/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 04/06/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 38d restricted |
| 01/30/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 80d restricted |
| 07/22/2021 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 06/02/2021 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 58d lost, 45d restricted |
| 09/25/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 07/10/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
Inspections
View all 84 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 37.75 | 1 |
| 06/23/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/27/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 06/16/2025 | 34.50 | 1 |
| 02/18/2025 | 02/21/2025 | 68.00 | 2 |
| 10/08/2024 | 10/28/2024 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 09/25/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 08/12/2024 | 57.25 | 2 |
| 12/18/2023 | 01/03/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 11/28/2023 | 11/30/2023 | 23.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Grove Stone Quarry have?
Grove Stone Quarry has 89 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $14K.
What type of mine is Grove Stone Quarry?
Grove Stone Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Swannanoa, Buncombe County, NC. It currently has 37 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Grove Stone Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Grove Stone Quarry has 36 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Grove Stone Quarry?
Grove Stone Quarry is operated by B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co and controlled by Jeffrey Goodman. MSHA Mine ID: 3100427.