Key Takeaway
Opelika Quarry is a abandoned surface mine producing Stone, located in Opelika, Lee County, AL. It has 81 violations on record (25 S&S) and $24K in proposed penalties. Operated by Midsouth Aggregates.
Opelika Quarry
Operator: Midsouth Aggregates
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Opelika, Lee County, AL
Recent Violations
View all 81 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2014 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/21/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/21/2014 | 46.7(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 04/29/2014 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 04/29/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 12/04/2013 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 12/04/2013 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/03/2013 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/03/2013 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/25/2013 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/13/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/13/2012 | 56.15005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,569 |
| 12/13/2012 | 46.11(b)(4) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 12/12/2012 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 12/12/2012 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/15/2012 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/04/2011 | 56.9314 | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 05/03/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/30/2010 | 56.14131(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,282 |
| 01/07/2010 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 48d restricted |
| 10/06/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 07/11/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/14/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/11/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/23/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 45 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2015 | 04/07/2015 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 04/06/2015 | 04/07/2015 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 10/21/2014 | 10/23/2014 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 04/28/2014 | 04/30/2014 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2013 | 12/04/2013 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 06/24/2013 | 06/26/2013 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 12/12/2012 | 12/19/2012 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 08/03/2012 | 08/03/2012 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/19/2012 | 07/19/2012 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 05/14/2012 | 05/16/2012 | 21.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Opelika Quarry have?
Opelika Quarry has 81 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $24K.
What type of mine is Opelika Quarry?
Opelika Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Opelika, Lee County, AL. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Opelika Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Opelika Quarry has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Opelika Quarry?
Opelika Quarry is operated by Midsouth Aggregates and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 0103083.