Key Takeaway
Pipestone Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Whitehall, Jefferson County, MT. It has 92 violations on record (14 S&S) and $10K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pipestone Quarry, LLC.
Pipestone Quarry
Operator: Pipestone Quarry, LLC
Controller: Washington Companies
Location: Whitehall, Jefferson County, MT
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 92 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2025 | 50.30-1(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/22/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/22/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/03/2023 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/16/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/08/2022 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/08/2022 | 56.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/20/2021 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/20/2021 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 12/17/2020 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 12/17/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/23/2020 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 06/13/2019 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/13/2019 | 56.11009 | S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/25/2018 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $163 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/24/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/03/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 59d restricted |
| 01/07/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/26/2015 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 08/25/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/27/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/08/2004 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/24/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 27d restricted |
| 07/31/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 63 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/03/2024 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 11/22/2023 | 11/22/2023 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 09/27/2023 | 09/28/2023 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 05/16/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 05/03/2023 | 05/04/2023 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 11/14/2022 | 11/16/2022 | 21.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pipestone Quarry have?
Pipestone Quarry has 92 MSHA violations on record, of which 14 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $10K.
What type of mine is Pipestone Quarry?
Pipestone Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Whitehall, Jefferson County, MT. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pipestone Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Pipestone Quarry has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pipestone Quarry?
Pipestone Quarry is operated by Pipestone Quarry, LLC and controlled by Washington Companies. MSHA Mine ID: 2401992.