Mitchell Quarry
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: Mitchell Quarry
Controller: David Alexander
Location: MITCHELL, Hanson County, SD
Employees: 10
111
Violations
23
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$59K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 111 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,037 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,037 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.18002 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,126 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 46.6(b)(5) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $252 |
| 10/28/2025 | 46.6(b)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 10/28/2025 | 46.5(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $320 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $504 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,679 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.11004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 24d lost |
Inspections
View all 33 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | 11/25/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 11/17/2025 | 11/17/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 11/05/2025 | 35.75 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 11/05/2025 | 37.75 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/11/2025 | 56.75 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 43.25 | 2 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/04/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 10/16/2024 | 10/21/2024 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/21/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3901608
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionDimension Quartzite
Employees10
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift9.0
Coordinates43.6588890, -97.9294440
Nearest TownMITCHELL
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mitchell Quarry have?
Mitchell Quarry has 111 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $59K.
What type of mine is Mitchell Quarry?
Mitchell Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in MITCHELL, Hanson County, SD. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mitchell Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Mitchell Quarry has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mitchell Quarry?
Mitchell Quarry is operated by Mitchell Quarry and controlled by David Alexander. MSHA Mine ID: 3901608.