Key Takeaway
Burke County Sand Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Moganton, Burke County, NC. It has 84 violations on record (27 S&S) and $23K in proposed penalties. Operated by Carolina Sand Inc.
Burke County Sand Pit
Operator: Carolina Sand Inc
Controller: Wayne Cassavaugh
Location: Moganton, Burke County, NC
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 84 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/01/2025 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/06/2021 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/21/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/03/2020 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/05/2018 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $128 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.15003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.14109 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/04/2015 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/10/2014 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 10/24/2013 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,795 |
| 10/24/2013 | 56.4400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 10/24/2013 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/24/2013 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 10/24/2013 | 46.5(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $7,500 |
| 02/13/2013 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 12/09/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 08/22/2025 | 09/18/2025 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 07/31/2025 | 08/08/2025 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 03/04/2025 | 03/05/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 09/26/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/16/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/08/2024 | 08/08/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 11/27/2023 | 11/27/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/14/2023 | 06/15/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Burke County Sand Pit have?
Burke County Sand Pit has 84 MSHA violations on record, of which 27 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $23K.
What type of mine is Burke County Sand Pit?
Burke County Sand Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Moganton, Burke County, NC. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Burke County Sand Pit?
According to MSHA records, Burke County Sand Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Burke County Sand Pit?
Burke County Sand Pit is operated by Carolina Sand Inc and controlled by Wayne Cassavaugh. MSHA Mine ID: 3102152.