Key Takeaway
Vernalis Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Vernalis, San Joaquin County, CA. It has 60 violations on record (12 S&S) and $11K in proposed penalties. Operated by Granite Construction Company.
Vernalis Plant
Operator: Granite Construction Company
Controller: Granite Construction Inc
Location: Vernalis, San Joaquin County, CA
Employees: 20
Recent Violations
View all 60 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 56.9314 | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 04/29/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 56.18002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/28/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/05/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/09/2022 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/09/2022 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 08/09/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/09/2022 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/09/2022 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/09/2022 | 56.20014 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/31/2021 | 56.3130 | S&S | ModNegligence | $622 |
| 09/01/2020 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 01/14/2020 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2016 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/22/2010 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 34d lost |
Inspections
View all 42 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 11/13/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/22/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 05/12/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 04/30/2025 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 09/12/2024 | 09/16/2024 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 02/10/2024 | 03/06/2024 | 16.25 | 2 |
| 07/11/2023 | 07/13/2023 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 01/11/2023 | 01/12/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Vernalis Plant have?
Vernalis Plant has 60 MSHA violations on record, of which 12 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $11K.
What type of mine is Vernalis Plant?
Vernalis Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Vernalis, San Joaquin County, CA. It currently has 20 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Vernalis Plant?
According to MSHA records, Vernalis Plant has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Vernalis Plant?
Vernalis Plant is operated by Granite Construction Company and controlled by Granite Construction Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0405783.