Key Takeaway
Batesville Plant #15 is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Desha, Independence County, AR. It has 16 violations on record (3 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by Capital Sand Company, Inc..
Batesville Plant #15
Operator: Capital Sand Company, Inc.
Controller: Michael K Farmer; Elliott (Bud) E Farmer
Location: Desha, Independence County, AR
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 16 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 | |
| 07/07/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/07/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/07/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/03/2015 | 56.4502(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/03/2015 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/03/2015 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.16006 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/17/2012 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/02/2012 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/31/2012 | 56.14211(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/31/2012 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 10/09/2025 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 07/07/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 21.25 | 1 |
| 07/07/2015 | 07/08/2015 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 02/03/2015 | 02/04/2015 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/24/2014 | 07/24/2014 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 10/17/2012 | 10/17/2012 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 05/01/2012 | 05/03/2012 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 01/31/2012 | 02/02/2012 | 11.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Batesville Plant #15 have?
Batesville Plant #15 has 16 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is Batesville Plant #15?
Batesville Plant #15 is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Desha, Independence County, AR. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Batesville Plant #15?
According to MSHA records, Batesville Plant #15 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Batesville Plant #15?
Batesville Plant #15 is operated by Capital Sand Company, Inc. and controlled by Michael K Farmer; Elliott (Bud) E Farmer. MSHA Mine ID: 0302026.