Key Takeaway
South Sterling Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in New Foundland, Pike County, PA. It has 154 violations on record (43 S&S) and $37K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pocono Sand and Stone.
South Sterling Quarry
Operator: Pocono Sand and Stone
Controller: David Smith
Location: New Foundland, Pike County, PA
Employees: 13
Recent Violations
View all 154 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/03/2026 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/30/2024 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/30/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 10/30/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/30/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14112(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.3130 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 16 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/25/2014 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 07/13/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 7d lost, 5d restricted |
| 06/26/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 04/12/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/03/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 04/04/2005 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/15/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/25/2003 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | NO VALUE FOUND | None |
| 09/24/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 63 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 03/02/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/07/2024 | 11/07/2024 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 11/12/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 10/09/2024 | 10/31/2024 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 10/07/2024 | 10/31/2024 | 93.25 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 11/06/2023 | 27.50 | 1 |
| 09/26/2023 | 09/26/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 11/17/2022 | 01/11/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does South Sterling Quarry have?
South Sterling Quarry has 154 MSHA violations on record, of which 43 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $37K.
What type of mine is South Sterling Quarry?
South Sterling Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in New Foundland, Pike County, PA. It currently has 13 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at South Sterling Quarry?
According to MSHA records, South Sterling Quarry has 16 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates South Sterling Quarry?
South Sterling Quarry is operated by Pocono Sand and Stone and controlled by David Smith. MSHA Mine ID: 3608183.