Key Takeaway
Kapowsin Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Orting, Pierce County, WA. It has 321 violations on record (91 S&S) and $154K in proposed penalties. Operated by Washington Rock Quarries, Inc..
Kapowsin Quarry
Operator: Washington Rock Quarries, Inc.
Controller: Harry W Hart
Location: Orting, Pierce County, WA
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 321 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 45.4(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14109(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 39 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 07/23/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 20d restricted |
| 07/17/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 10d restricted |
| 02/17/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 12/06/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 35d restricted |
| 11/01/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 48d restricted |
| 01/03/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 44d restricted |
| 09/07/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 81d lost, 47d restricted |
| 08/22/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 6d lost, 98d restricted |
| 08/08/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
Inspections
View all 90 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 62.75 | 1 |
| 08/04/2025 | 08/18/2025 | 57.50 | 1 |
| 01/25/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 21.25 | 1 |
| 08/15/2024 | 08/17/2024 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 03/25/2024 | 03/27/2024 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 02/01/2024 | 02/01/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/05/2023 | 27.50 | 2 |
| 08/31/2023 | 09/11/2023 | 78.00 | 2 |
| 08/30/2023 | 09/11/2023 | 14.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Kapowsin Quarry have?
Kapowsin Quarry has 321 MSHA violations on record, of which 91 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $154K.
What type of mine is Kapowsin Quarry?
Kapowsin Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Orting, Pierce County, WA. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Kapowsin Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Kapowsin Quarry has 39 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Kapowsin Quarry?
Kapowsin Quarry is operated by Washington Rock Quarries, Inc. and controlled by Harry W Hart. MSHA Mine ID: 4503224.