Key Takeaway
Portable #1 is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Chehalis, Lewis County, WA. It has 105 violations on record (22 S&S) and $34K in proposed penalties. Operated by Alderbrook Quarry, Inc..
Portable #1
Operator: Alderbrook Quarry, Inc.
Controller: John R Moerke
Location: Chehalis, Lewis County, WA
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 105 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/07/2025 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.4531(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 46.7(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/11/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/11/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/09/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/21/2022 | 56.14109 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 07/14/2022 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 07/14/2022 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $378 |
| 07/14/2022 | 56.14109 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 02/24/2015 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 341d lost |
| 05/16/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 8d restricted |
| 04/05/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 7d restricted |
| 08/27/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 7d restricted |
Inspections
View all 56 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 05/20/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 04/07/2025 | 04/07/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/24/2024 | 10/30/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 05/15/2024 | 05/16/2024 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 03/10/2024 | 03/13/2024 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 07/13/2023 | 07/15/2023 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 03/09/2023 | 03/10/2023 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 07/14/2022 | 07/21/2022 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 04/04/2022 | 04/05/2022 | 23.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Portable #1 have?
Portable #1 has 105 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $34K.
What type of mine is Portable #1?
Portable #1 is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Chehalis, Lewis County, WA. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Portable #1?
According to MSHA records, Portable #1 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Portable #1?
Portable #1 is operated by Alderbrook Quarry, Inc. and controlled by John R Moerke. MSHA Mine ID: 4503387.