Key Takeaway
Boyer Island Sand Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Newport, Cocke County, TN. It has 9 violations on record (2 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hommel Construction Company.
Boyer Island Sand Mine
Operator: Hommel Construction Company
Controller: Guy Hommel
Location: Newport, Cocke County, TN
Recent Violations
View all 9 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2008 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $807 |
| 08/21/2008 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $807 |
Inspections
View all 3 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2008 | 12/08/2008 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 09/15/2008 | 09/17/2008 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2008 | 08/22/2008 | 23.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Boyer Island Sand Mine have?
Boyer Island Sand Mine has 9 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Boyer Island Sand Mine?
Boyer Island Sand Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Newport, Cocke County, TN. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Boyer Island Sand Mine?
According to MSHA records, Boyer Island Sand Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Boyer Island Sand Mine?
Boyer Island Sand Mine is operated by Hommel Construction Company and controlled by Guy Hommel. MSHA Mine ID: 4003326.