Key Takeaway
Rocky Point is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA. It has 70 violations on record (18 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company).
Rocky Point
Operator: O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company)
Controller: Carmeuse Holding SA
Location: Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA
Employees: 13
Recent Violations
View all 70 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/15/2023 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/15/2023 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/14/2023 | 56.14101(b)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 08/02/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 04/13/2021 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/11/2018 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $395 |
| 05/09/2017 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $188 |
| 08/04/2015 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/09/2014 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/20/2014 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/19/2014 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 02/19/2014 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/19/2014 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/19/2014 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/11/2014 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/09/2013 | 56.4011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/26/2012 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 04/25/2012 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 04/24/2012 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/24/2012 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 23d lost, 34d restricted |
| 03/09/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 02/20/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 5d restricted |
| 04/01/2011 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/06/2004 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/29/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 05/27/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 65d lost, 12d restricted |
| 02/19/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 12/18/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
Inspections
View all 62 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 04/16/2025 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 01/05/2025 | 01/17/2025 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 07/11/2024 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 06/14/2023 | 06/15/2023 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 11/02/2022 | 11/08/2022 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 08/02/2022 | 08/03/2022 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 10/25/2021 | 10/26/2021 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2021 | 04/15/2021 | 25.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Rocky Point have?
Rocky Point has 70 MSHA violations on record, of which 18 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Rocky Point?
Rocky Point is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Buchanan, Botetourt County, VA. It currently has 13 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Rocky Point?
According to MSHA records, Rocky Point has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Rocky Point?
Rocky Point is operated by O-N Minerals (Chemstone Company) and controlled by Carmeuse Holding SA. MSHA Mine ID: 4400065.