Key Takeaway
MONROE MINES is a intermittent surface mine producing Stone, located in Wells, Rutland County, VT. It has 10 violations on record (2 S&S) and $500 in proposed penalties. Operated by Taran Brothers Slate Co.
MONROE MINES
Operator: Taran Brothers Slate Co
Controller: Stephen M Taran; Joseph M Taran
Location: Wells, Rutland County, VT
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 10 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/04/2025 | 45.3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/04/2025 | 46.6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.3131 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 06/29/2015 | 56.12013(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/29/2015 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/16/2013 | 56.4200(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/16/2013 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/06/2012 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 15 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | 11/19/2025 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 11/03/2025 | 11/05/2025 | 30.25 | 1 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/24/2023 | 01/25/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/29/2022 | 09/29/2022 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2020 | 03/19/2020 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 06/25/2019 | 06/28/2019 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/04/2018 | 09/04/2018 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/24/2017 | 05/24/2017 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2016 | 07/22/2016 | 7.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does MONROE MINES have?
MONROE MINES has 10 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $500.
What type of mine is MONROE MINES?
MONROE MINES is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Wells, Rutland County, VT. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at MONROE MINES?
According to MSHA records, MONROE MINES has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates MONROE MINES?
MONROE MINES is operated by Taran Brothers Slate Co and controlled by Stephen M Taran; Joseph M Taran. MSHA Mine ID: 4300741.