Key Takeaway
BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gonzales, Gonzales County, TX. It has 242 violations on record (28 S&S) and $93K in proposed penalties. Operated by BYK USA LLC.
BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits
Operator: BYK USA LLC
Controller: Altana Group (Germany)
Location: Gonzales, Gonzales County, TX
Employees: 157
Recent Violations
View all 242 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/05/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/04/2024 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 12/03/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/26/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 08/26/2024 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 08/26/2024 | 56.4603(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 08/26/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $576 |
| 02/07/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/05/2024 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/13/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/13/2023 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/13/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/13/2023 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/13/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 71 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 10d restricted |
| 08/18/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 81d restricted |
| 09/26/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 42d restricted |
| 05/08/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/09/2023 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 36d lost |
| 06/14/2023 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/23/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 10/29/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/20/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 02/27/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 86 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 | 04/24/2025 | 35.75 | 1 |
| 12/02/2024 | 12/05/2024 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 41.00 | 2 |
| 02/05/2024 | 02/08/2024 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 09/11/2023 | 09/14/2023 | 49.50 | 1 |
| 03/13/2023 | 03/16/2023 | 36.25 | 1 |
| 05/23/2022 | 05/25/2022 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 04/06/2022 | 04/07/2022 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 11/15/2021 | 11/17/2021 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 04/26/2021 | 04/29/2021 | 39.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits have?
BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits has 242 MSHA violations on record, of which 28 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $93K.
What type of mine is BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits?
BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gonzales, Gonzales County, TX. It currently has 157 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits?
According to MSHA records, BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits has 71 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits?
BYK USA LLC Plants & Pits is operated by BYK USA LLC and controlled by Altana Group (Germany). MSHA Mine ID: 4100298.