Key Takeaway
Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in TRACY, San Joaquin County, CA. It has 53 violations on record (7 S&S) and $119K in proposed penalties. Operated by Knife River Construction.
Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant
Operator: Knife River Construction
Controller: Knife River Corporation
Location: TRACY, San Joaquin County, CA
Employees: 11
Recent Violations
View all 53 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 09/11/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $7,364 |
| 10/11/2017 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 10/11/2017 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/21/2017 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 12/14/2016 | 56.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 07/26/2016 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/07/2015 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/06/2015 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/27/2015 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/13/2015 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 01/08/2015 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/08/2015 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $52,500 |
| 01/08/2015 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $52,500 |
| 07/01/2014 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/01/2013 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 05/01/2013 | 56.14101(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,140 |
| 05/01/2013 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/06/2011 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2023 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 11/19/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 01/08/2015 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 02/15/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 53d restricted |
| 06/28/2006 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 11/06/2025 | 11/07/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 08/12/2025 | 08/12/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 06/10/2025 | 06/11/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 06/03/2025 | 06/03/2025 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 09/11/2024 | 09/11/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/07/2024 | 05/07/2024 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 02/24/2024 | 02/28/2024 | 20.25 | 2 |
| 02/06/2024 | 02/06/2024 | 9.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant have?
Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant has 53 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $119K.
What type of mine is Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant?
Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in TRACY, San Joaquin County, CA. It currently has 11 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant?
According to MSHA records, Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant has 5 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant?
Knife River Construction Vernalis Plant is operated by Knife River Construction and controlled by Knife River Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 0405459.