Key Takeaway
Independence Portable is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Marthasville, Warren County, MO. It has 44 violations on record (5 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Capital Quarries Co. Inc..
Independence Portable
Operator: Capital Quarries Co. Inc.
Controller: Michael K Farmer; Elliott (Bud) E Farmer
Location: Marthasville, Warren County, MO
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 44 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/05/2023 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $376 |
| 02/01/2023 | 46.9(b)(5) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 06/08/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/08/2021 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 12/30/2019 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 12/30/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/07/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 08/07/2019 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 12/03/2018 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/03/2018 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/03/2018 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $311 |
| 07/12/2018 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/06/2017 | 56.4130(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 09/05/2017 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/03/2017 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/02/2016 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/29/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/29/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 02/21/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2023 | 06/06/2023 | 21.25 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 01/31/2023 | 02/01/2023 | 8.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Independence Portable have?
Independence Portable has 44 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Independence Portable?
Independence Portable is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Marthasville, Warren County, MO. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Independence Portable?
According to MSHA records, Independence Portable has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Independence Portable?
Independence Portable is operated by Capital Quarries Co. Inc. and controlled by Michael K Farmer; Elliott (Bud) E Farmer. MSHA Mine ID: 2301301.