Atomic Mine
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Atomic Sand, LLC
Controller: David Ryan Williams
Location: Gatson, Aiken County, SC
Employees: 5
202
Violations
59
S&S Violations
14
Accidents
$438K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 202 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/04/2024 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/06/2021 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $146 |
| 03/30/2021 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $257 |
| 03/30/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/30/2021 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/30/2021 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $159 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $123 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/05/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 07/22/2020 | 46.9(c)(1)(iii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/22/2020 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/21/2020 | 56.20001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $351 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 14 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/30/2015 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/30/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 98d lost, 8d restricted |
| 05/26/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 02/06/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/21/2008 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/05/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 11/07/2006 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 42d restricted |
| 10/13/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/23/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 132d lost |
Inspections
View all 100 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | 11/21/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 09/03/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 06/25/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 04/23/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 08/06/2024 | 05/01/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 06/04/2024 | 06/05/2024 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 01/17/2024 | 01/18/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 09/21/2023 | 09/21/2023 | 14.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3800115
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees5
Days/Week6.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates33.4930560, -81.9336110
Nearest TownGatson
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Atomic Mine have?
Atomic Mine has 202 MSHA violations on record, of which 59 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $438K.
What type of mine is Atomic Mine?
Atomic Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Gatson, Aiken County, SC. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Atomic Mine?
According to MSHA records, Atomic Mine has 14 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Atomic Mine?
Atomic Mine is operated by Atomic Sand, LLC and controlled by David Ryan Williams. MSHA Mine ID: 3800115.