Key Takeaway
Byron West-Limestone is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Byron, Ogle County, IL. It has 39 violations on record (9 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by VCNA Prairie LLC.
Byron West-Limestone
Operator: VCNA Prairie LLC
Controller: VOTORANTIM CIMENTOS
Location: Byron, Ogle County, IL
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 39 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2025 | 56.14105 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/04/2021 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.4104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/12/2020 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 01/29/2019 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/28/2015 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2015 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/17/2015 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/05/2014 | 56.14103(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/05/2014 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/03/2013 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/09/2011 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/28/2010 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 60 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | 11/13/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 09/15/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/28/2025 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/22/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 07/25/2024 | 07/25/2024 | 8.50 | 2 |
| 01/17/2024 | 01/17/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 12/21/2022 | 12/21/2022 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 07/13/2022 | 07/13/2022 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2022 | 06/06/2022 | 5.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Byron West-Limestone have?
Byron West-Limestone has 39 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Byron West-Limestone?
Byron West-Limestone is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Byron, Ogle County, IL. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Byron West-Limestone?
According to MSHA records, Byron West-Limestone has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Byron West-Limestone?
Byron West-Limestone is operated by VCNA Prairie LLC and controlled by VOTORANTIM CIMENTOS. MSHA Mine ID: 1102967.