Key Takeaway
Matthews Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Matthews, Mecklenburg County, NC. It has 117 violations on record (14 S&S) and $22K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc..
Matthews Quarry
Operator: Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Matthews, Mecklenburg County, NC
Employees: 15
Recent Violations
View all 117 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $755 |
| 11/05/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/04/2024 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/14/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/14/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/14/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/18/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $576 |
| 01/17/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 05/12/2023 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.4603 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/30/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $296 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $905 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.15002 | S&S | LowNegligence | $905 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.11001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $271 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $182 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $198 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.14110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $442 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 1d restricted |
| 05/17/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/12/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 52d lost |
| 01/28/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/26/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 04/29/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/06/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 05/10/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | 11/03/2025 | 44.50 | 1 |
| 09/16/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/29/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/05/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/14/2024 | 08/15/2024 | 24.50 | 2 |
| 01/17/2024 | 01/29/2024 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 05/11/2023 | 05/12/2023 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 01/03/2023 | 01/04/2023 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 11/28/2022 | 11/30/2022 | 33.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Matthews Quarry have?
Matthews Quarry has 117 MSHA violations on record, of which 14 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $22K.
What type of mine is Matthews Quarry?
Matthews Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Matthews, Mecklenburg County, NC. It currently has 15 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Matthews Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Matthews Quarry has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Matthews Quarry?
Matthews Quarry is operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 3102084.