Key Takeaway
Hart County Stone is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Horse Cave, Hart County, KY. It has 182 violations on record (66 S&S) and $49K in proposed penalties. Operated by Scotty's Contracting & Stone, LLC.
Hart County Stone
Operator: Scotty's Contracting & Stone, LLC
Controller: Houchens Industries, Inc
Location: Horse Cave, Hart County, KY
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 182 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/08/2023 | 46.9(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 02/13/2023 | 57.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/08/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/21/2018 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/08/2016 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 56.19024(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/25/2014 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 11/25/2014 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/25/2014 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/12/2013 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/12/2013 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/23/2012 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 12/08/2011 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 12/07/2011 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 12/07/2011 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/15/2011 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/14/2011 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/14/2011 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 13 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 01/25/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 11/09/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/07/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 11/26/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 146d lost |
| 11/11/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 10/31/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/31/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
| 09/21/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
| 02/08/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 3d restricted |
Inspections
View all 87 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 09/29/2025 | 09/30/2025 | 40.00 | 2 |
| 06/18/2025 | 06/18/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/06/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 07/22/2024 | 07/24/2024 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 11/22/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 05/24/2023 | 06/08/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2023 | 03/22/2023 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 02/13/2023 | 02/13/2023 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 09/26/2022 | 09/29/2022 | 11.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hart County Stone have?
Hart County Stone has 182 MSHA violations on record, of which 66 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $49K.
What type of mine is Hart County Stone?
Hart County Stone is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Horse Cave, Hart County, KY. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hart County Stone?
According to MSHA records, Hart County Stone has 13 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hart County Stone?
Hart County Stone is operated by Scotty's Contracting & Stone, LLC and controlled by Houchens Industries, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1500035.