Key Takeaway
PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Vinton, Benton County, IA. It has 114 violations on record (20 S&S) and $15K in proposed penalties. Operated by Wendling Quarries, Inc..
PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437
Operator: Wendling Quarries, Inc.
Controller: Manaco Corporation
Location: Vinton, Benton County, IA
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 114 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/25/2025 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/24/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/24/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/24/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/16/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 12/06/2021 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $442 |
| 12/06/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 12/06/2021 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/27/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 07/27/2021 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 03/11/2020 | 46.11(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/10/2020 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/10/2020 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/10/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/10/2020 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/27/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/06/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 7d restricted |
| 08/03/2010 | EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 49d lost, 38d restricted |
| 03/20/2006 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 41d lost, 23d restricted |
Inspections
View all 54 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2026 | 02/16/2026 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 02/09/2026 | 02/10/2026 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 03/24/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 09/16/2024 | 09/18/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 12/07/2023 | 12/07/2023 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/28/2023 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 12/20/2021 | 12/20/2021 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 12/16/2021 | 12/16/2021 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 12/06/2021 | 12/07/2021 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 07/26/2021 | 07/27/2021 | 14.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 have?
PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 has 114 MSHA violations on record, of which 20 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $15K.
What type of mine is PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437?
PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Vinton, Benton County, IA. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437?
According to MSHA records, PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437?
PORTABLE CRUSHING DEPT 437 is operated by Wendling Quarries, Inc. and controlled by Manaco Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1302070.