Key Takeaway
Tazewell Quarry is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Tazewell, Claiborne County, TN. It has 37 violations on record (8 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Tazewell Quarry
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Tazewell, Claiborne County, TN
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 37 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/26/2018 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 04/12/2018 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 04/12/2018 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 07/07/2016 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/08/2015 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/12/2013 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/18/2012 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/13/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/13/2011 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/13/2011 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $117 |
| 02/14/2011 | 56.13015(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/11/2010 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/19/2010 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 05/27/2009 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 05/27/2009 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 05/27/2009 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 05/27/2009 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 05/27/2009 | 47.42 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/22/2009 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 05/02/2008 | 56.14130(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 10/30/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 11/26/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 21d restricted |
Inspections
View all 77 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | 01/02/2026 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 09/22/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 08/20/2025 | 09/04/2025 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 03/11/2024 | 03/14/2024 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 09/20/2023 | 09/20/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 02/03/2023 | 02/06/2023 | 14.00 | 2 |
| 09/14/2022 | 09/15/2022 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 06/28/2022 | 06/30/2022 | 11.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Tazewell Quarry have?
Tazewell Quarry has 37 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Tazewell Quarry?
Tazewell Quarry is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Tazewell, Claiborne County, TN. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Tazewell Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Tazewell Quarry has 3 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Tazewell Quarry?
Tazewell Quarry is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4000100.