Sharps Quarry & Plant
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: APAC-Central, Inc
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Lowell, Benton County, AR
Employees: 9
176
Violations
35
S&S Violations
20
Accidents
$56K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 176 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | 56.12021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2025 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 10/15/2025 | 46.6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 10/15/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 48.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/14/2025 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/11/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 06/10/2025 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 02/10/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2024 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/25/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 83d lost, 83d restricted |
| 08/30/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/14/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/23/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/24/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/26/2013 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 11/30/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/24/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
Inspections
View all 72 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/16/2025 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 31.00 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 02/12/2025 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 04/29/2024 | 05/07/2024 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 04/15/2024 | 04/18/2024 | 37.75 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 10/23/2023 | 10/24/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 08/15/2023 | 08/17/2023 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0301583
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionCrushed, Broken Limestone NEC
Employees9
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates36.2261110, -94.1791660
Nearest TownLowell
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sharps Quarry & Plant have?
Sharps Quarry & Plant has 176 MSHA violations on record, of which 35 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $56K.
What type of mine is Sharps Quarry & Plant?
Sharps Quarry & Plant is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Lowell, Benton County, AR. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sharps Quarry & Plant?
According to MSHA records, Sharps Quarry & Plant has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sharps Quarry & Plant?
Sharps Quarry & Plant is operated by APAC-Central, Inc and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 0301583.