Key Takeaway
Natural Bridge Stone is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Bowen, Powell County, KY. It has 203 violations on record (65 S&S) and $144K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hinkle Contracting Company LLC.
Natural Bridge Stone
Operator: Hinkle Contracting Company LLC
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Bowen, Powell County, KY
Employees: 26
Recent Violations
View all 203 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/16/2025 | 56.4430(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/09/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/09/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/09/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/03/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/27/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/17/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $357 |
| 12/10/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/26/2024 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/30/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/30/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 01/29/2024 | 56.14108 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/29/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/17/2023 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 07/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/21/2023 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,717 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 02/04/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 76d restricted |
| 01/18/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/18/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/12/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/12/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/02/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/19/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 60d restricted |
| 04/24/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 12/11/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 93 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 01/28/2026 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2025 | 12/03/2025 | 115.00 | 3 |
| 05/29/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 191.25 | 5 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/24/2025 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2025 | 02/27/2025 | 16.00 | 2 |
| 11/27/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 110.00 | 3 |
| 06/26/2024 | 07/08/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 06/11/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 03/05/2024 | 81.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 11/06/2023 | 22.50 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Natural Bridge Stone have?
Natural Bridge Stone has 203 MSHA violations on record, of which 65 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $144K.
What type of mine is Natural Bridge Stone?
Natural Bridge Stone is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Bowen, Powell County, KY. It currently has 26 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Natural Bridge Stone?
According to MSHA records, Natural Bridge Stone has 11 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Natural Bridge Stone?
Natural Bridge Stone is operated by Hinkle Contracting Company LLC and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1500075.