Key Takeaway
Best Sand Southern is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Beaver, Pike County, OH. It has 83 violations on record (20 S&S) and $10K in proposed penalties. Operated by Best Sand Corporation.
Best Sand Southern
Operator: Best Sand Corporation
Controller: Covia Holdings LLC
Location: Beaver, Pike County, OH
Recent Violations
View all 83 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 02/28/2023 | 56.9100(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 02/28/2023 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/11/2022 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 04/08/2020 | 56.4502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/13/2019 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $250 |
| 11/13/2019 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/22/2018 | 46.9(d)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/20/2018 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/19/2017 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/05/2017 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 04/05/2017 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 04/05/2017 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 04/05/2017 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $533 |
| 04/05/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 02/07/2017 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/07/2017 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/25/2016 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/24/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/24/2016 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 66 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2023 | 08/10/2023 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 03/01/2023 | 03/01/2023 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 02/21/2023 | 03/01/2023 | 30.75 | 1 |
| 06/14/2022 | 06/14/2022 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 01/11/2022 | 01/12/2022 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 09/22/2021 | 09/22/2021 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 06/02/2021 | 06/03/2021 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 02/08/2021 | 02/09/2021 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 09/28/2020 | 09/28/2020 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/08/2020 | 04/08/2020 | 12.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Best Sand Southern have?
Best Sand Southern has 83 MSHA violations on record, of which 20 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $10K.
What type of mine is Best Sand Southern?
Best Sand Southern is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Beaver, Pike County, OH. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Best Sand Southern?
According to MSHA records, Best Sand Southern has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Best Sand Southern?
Best Sand Southern is operated by Best Sand Corporation and controlled by Covia Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 3303877.