Key Takeaway
Scherr Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in New Creek, Grant County, WV. It has 137 violations on record (23 S&S) and $24K in proposed penalties. Operated by Fairfax Materials Inc.
Scherr Quarry
Operator: Fairfax Materials Inc
Controller: Aggregate Management, Inc
Location: New Creek, Grant County, WV
Employees: 24
Recent Violations
View all 137 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/22/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/22/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $839 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.9101 | S&S | LowNegligence | $245 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14131(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $245 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/28/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/29/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/28/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/18/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/20/2024 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/20/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/20/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/08/2023 | 46.9(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/08/2023 | 50.20-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 18 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/28/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 07/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 06/14/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 38d restricted |
| 11/11/2021 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 21d lost |
| 08/08/2016 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 39d lost |
| 02/29/2016 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/29/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/26/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/24/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 61 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | 10/23/2025 | 38.00 | 1 |
| 08/22/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 24.50 | 2 |
| 07/28/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 46.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 24.00 | 2 |
| 05/07/2025 | 05/07/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 38.50 | 2 |
| 11/12/2024 | 12/05/2024 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 08/01/2024 | 08/05/2024 | 29.50 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 3.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Scherr Quarry have?
Scherr Quarry has 137 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $24K.
What type of mine is Scherr Quarry?
Scherr Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in New Creek, Grant County, WV. It currently has 24 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Scherr Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Scherr Quarry has 18 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Scherr Quarry?
Scherr Quarry is operated by Fairfax Materials Inc and controlled by Aggregate Management, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4601564.