Key Takeaway
WATAUGA QUARRY is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Watauga, Carter County, TN. It has 62 violations on record (7 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC.
WATAUGA QUARRY
Operator: Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Watauga, Carter County, TN
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 62 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/06/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/19/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/26/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/27/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/23/2021 | 56.12065 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/09/2020 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/03/2019 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/02/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/25/2017 | 56.4503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/23/2016 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/17/2016 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/05/2015 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/05/2012 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/05/2012 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/05/2012 | 56.4130(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/09/2012 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2012 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/03/2011 | 56.12025 | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 06/14/2011 | 56.14130(c)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/07/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/15/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 19d restricted |
| 10/17/2011 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 11d restricted |
| 03/12/2008 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/29/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/31/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 61d lost |
| 05/04/2002 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 43d lost |
| 10/08/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 08/16/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | 10/30/2025 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 08/25/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 27.75 | 2 |
| 05/05/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 39.50 | 2 |
| 10/10/2024 | 03/20/2025 | 78.00 | 2 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/01/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 06/30/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2023 | 10/06/2023 | 32.25 | 1 |
| 07/25/2023 | 07/26/2023 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 10/17/2022 | 10/20/2022 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 04/25/2022 | 04/27/2022 | 22.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WATAUGA QUARRY have?
WATAUGA QUARRY has 62 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is WATAUGA QUARRY?
WATAUGA QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Watauga, Carter County, TN. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WATAUGA QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, WATAUGA QUARRY has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates WATAUGA QUARRY?
WATAUGA QUARRY is operated by Martin Marietta Southeast Agg Operations, LLC and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4000124.