Key Takeaway
North Buncombe Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Asheville, Buncombe County, NC. It has 61 violations on record (7 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co.
North Buncombe Quarry
Operator: B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co
Controller: Jeffrey Goodman
Location: Asheville, Buncombe County, NC
Employees: 22
Recent Violations
View all 61 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2022 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/06/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/14/2021 | 46.11(b)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $139 |
| 03/04/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/23/2019 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/23/2019 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/28/2019 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 02/21/2019 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 01/19/2018 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 01/11/2018 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 01/11/2018 | 56.3201 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $286 |
| 01/11/2018 | 56.3201 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $243 |
| 01/11/2018 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/23/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/13/2013 | 56.12021 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/16/2012 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/16/2012 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 07/26/2012 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/26/2012 | 56.14211(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/26/2012 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/13/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/06/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 26d restricted |
| 02/25/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/29/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/14/2014 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/18/2010 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/06/2010 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/08/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/12/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 69 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/06/2026 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 04/23/2025 | 05/15/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/12/2025 | 02/14/2025 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 05/06/2024 | 06/17/2024 | 31.25 | 1 |
| 02/02/2024 | 02/09/2024 | 37.00 | 2 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 04/18/2023 | 04/20/2023 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 12/05/2022 | 12/08/2022 | 19.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does North Buncombe Quarry have?
North Buncombe Quarry has 61 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is North Buncombe Quarry?
North Buncombe Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Asheville, Buncombe County, NC. It currently has 22 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at North Buncombe Quarry?
According to MSHA records, North Buncombe Quarry has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates North Buncombe Quarry?
North Buncombe Quarry is operated by B V Hedrick Gravel & Sand Co and controlled by Jeffrey Goodman. MSHA Mine ID: 3101903.