Key Takeaway
Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Maple Hill, Wabaunsee County, KS. It has 109 violations on record (47 S&S) and $64K in proposed penalties. Operated by Higgins Ranch.
Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry
Operator: Higgins Ranch
Controller: Michael W Higgins
Location: Maple Hill, Wabaunsee County, KS
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 109 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 01/16/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/16/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/10/2024 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 09/10/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/10/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2023 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/13/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/13/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $143 |
| 02/13/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $143 |
| 02/06/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2021 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/02/2021 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/07/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/07/2021 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/07/2021 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $157 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 06/17/2020 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $7,955 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2019 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 89d restricted |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 | 07/31/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/24/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 01/16/2025 | 01/17/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 09/10/2024 | 09/11/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/28/2023 | 02/28/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 02/21/2023 | 02/21/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/13/2023 | 02/14/2023 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/02/2021 | 11/02/2021 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/07/2021 | 09/07/2021 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 10/14/2020 | 10/14/2020 | 5.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry have?
Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry has 109 MSHA violations on record, of which 47 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $64K.
What type of mine is Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry?
Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Maple Hill, Wabaunsee County, KS. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry?
Higgins Ranch, LLC & Shults Quarry is operated by Higgins Ranch and controlled by Michael W Higgins. MSHA Mine ID: 1401651.