Key Takeaway
Byron East (Sand and Gravel) is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Byron, Ogle County, IL. It has 20 violations on record (3 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by VCNA Prairie LLC.
Byron East (Sand and Gravel)
Operator: VCNA Prairie LLC
Controller: VOTORANTIM CIMENTOS
Location: Byron, Ogle County, IL
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 20 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/27/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/21/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/29/2021 | 56.14206(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 04/29/2021 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 04/29/2021 | 56.11001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $146 |
| 08/14/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/28/2015 | 56.14110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/24/2013 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/07/2011 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/05/2008 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/04/2006 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 10/04/2006 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 05/16/2006 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/23/2003 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/23/2003 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/24/2002 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 04/24/2002 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/10/2001 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/10/2001 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 324d lost |
| 06/18/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 22d restricted |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 11/13/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/15/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 04/08/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/27/2024 | 03/27/2024 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 06/21/2023 | 06/23/2023 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 07/26/2022 | 07/26/2022 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/29/2021 | 04/30/2021 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 03/04/2021 | 03/04/2021 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 07/16/2020 | 07/16/2020 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 04/06/2020 | 04/07/2020 | 5.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Byron East (Sand and Gravel) have?
Byron East (Sand and Gravel) has 20 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Byron East (Sand and Gravel)?
Byron East (Sand and Gravel) is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Byron, Ogle County, IL. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Byron East (Sand and Gravel)?
According to MSHA records, Byron East (Sand and Gravel) has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Byron East (Sand and Gravel)?
Byron East (Sand and Gravel) is operated by VCNA Prairie LLC and controlled by VOTORANTIM CIMENTOS. MSHA Mine ID: 1100017.