Key Takeaway
Smethport Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Jefferson, Ashe County, NC. It has 141 violations on record (37 S&S) and $55K in proposed penalties. Operated by Cardinal Quarries LLC.
Smethport Quarry
Operator: Cardinal Quarries LLC
Controller: Doug Dalton
Location: Jefferson, Ashe County, NC
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 141 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $388 |
| 06/15/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/15/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/07/2022 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/26/2022 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 12/14/2021 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $481 |
| 07/07/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/05/2019 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,146 |
| 11/05/2019 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 11/05/2019 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/10/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $121 |
| 07/09/2019 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $132 |
| 06/18/2018 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/13/2018 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 02/07/2018 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/07/2018 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/06/2017 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/26/2016 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 07/17/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/11/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/28/2005 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 35d lost, 4d restricted |
| 05/07/2004 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 7d lost, 8d restricted |
| 12/03/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 91 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | 01/23/2026 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2025 | 10/23/2025 | 58.75 | 2 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/12/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/09/2025 | 48.75 | 2 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 46.00 | 2 |
| 07/09/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 05/14/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 32.75 | 2 |
| 12/06/2023 | 02/05/2024 | 52.75 | 1 |
| 06/05/2023 | 07/05/2023 | 49.25 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smethport Quarry have?
Smethport Quarry has 141 MSHA violations on record, of which 37 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $55K.
What type of mine is Smethport Quarry?
Smethport Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Jefferson, Ashe County, NC. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smethport Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Smethport Quarry has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smethport Quarry?
Smethport Quarry is operated by Cardinal Quarries LLC and controlled by Doug Dalton. MSHA Mine ID: 3101356.