Key Takeaway
Portable Crusher is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kalispell, Flathead County, MT. It has 139 violations on record (43 S&S) and $30K in proposed penalties. Operated by LHC Incorporated.
Portable Crusher
Operator: LHC Incorporated
Controller: Roger L Claridge
Location: Kalispell, Flathead County, MT
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 139 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/14/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/14/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/14/2024 | 50.30-1(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/21/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/20/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/20/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/20/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.9300 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 46.9(b)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/24/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/24/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/26/2019 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/26/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/06/2019 | 46.7(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $158 |
| 09/05/2019 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 09/05/2019 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/05/2019 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 06/10/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/29/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/09/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 05/23/2018 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 72d lost, 125d restricted |
| 07/06/2017 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 11/23/2013 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/23/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 265d lost |
| 10/24/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/11/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 48 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 11/22/2023 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 10/19/2023 | 10/20/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 09/26/2023 | 09/29/2023 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 09/19/2023 | 09/21/2023 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/27/2023 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 03/23/2022 | 03/24/2022 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2021 | 09/05/2021 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/16/2020 | 12/03/2020 | 47.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Portable Crusher have?
Portable Crusher has 139 MSHA violations on record, of which 43 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $30K.
What type of mine is Portable Crusher?
Portable Crusher is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kalispell, Flathead County, MT. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Portable Crusher?
According to MSHA records, Portable Crusher has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Portable Crusher?
Portable Crusher is operated by LHC Incorporated and controlled by Roger L Claridge. MSHA Mine ID: 2401963.