Key Takeaway
Plant #2 is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA. It has 167 violations on record (35 S&S) and $27K in proposed penalties. Operated by O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company).
Plant #2
Operator: O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company)
Controller: Carmeuse Holding SA
Location: Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA
Employees: 17
Recent Violations
View all 167 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2023 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/27/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/19/2022 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/23/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 05/05/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 04/30/2020 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/30/2020 | 46.5(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $137 |
| 04/30/2020 | 56.4201(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/30/2020 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/24/2019 | 56.13010(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 03/25/2019 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $214 |
| 07/23/2018 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $691 |
| 07/23/2018 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 07/20/2018 | 56.12067 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 07/20/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 07/20/2018 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 07/20/2018 | 56.12067 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 12/04/2017 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $126 |
| 08/15/2017 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $188 |
| 03/08/2017 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/16/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/15/2019 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/11/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 27d lost, 16d restricted |
| 09/25/2014 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/04/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 46d lost |
| 02/25/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/23/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 07/29/2009 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 158d lost |
| 04/21/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 04/16/2025 | 44.00 | 1 |
| 12/23/2024 | 01/17/2025 | 36.75 | 1 |
| 07/11/2024 | 07/17/2024 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 03/21/2024 | 03/22/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 06/12/2023 | 07/03/2023 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2022 | 12/01/2022 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 07/25/2022 | 08/15/2022 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 01/18/2022 | 01/20/2022 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 06/01/2021 | 06/07/2021 | 35.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Plant #2 have?
Plant #2 has 167 MSHA violations on record, of which 35 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $27K.
What type of mine is Plant #2?
Plant #2 is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA. It currently has 17 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Plant #2?
According to MSHA records, Plant #2 has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Plant #2?
Plant #2 is operated by O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company) and controlled by Carmeuse Holding SA. MSHA Mine ID: 4400064.