Key Takeaway
Candor Sand Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Candor, Montgomery County, NC. It has 102 violations on record (17 S&S) and $22K in proposed penalties. Operated by APAC-Atlantic Inc Thompson-Arthur Division.
Candor Sand Pit
Operator: APAC-Atlantic Inc Thompson-Arthur Division
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Candor, Montgomery County, NC
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 102 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/30/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/25/2024 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 04/25/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 07/27/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 07/27/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/26/2023 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 02/16/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 11/09/2020 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/09/2020 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 05/21/2020 | 56.18002 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,046 |
| 05/21/2020 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $412 |
| 05/21/2020 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $918 |
| 04/13/2020 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $185 |
| 12/09/2019 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $171 |
| 10/01/2018 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/24/2018 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 01/24/2018 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/14/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 94 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 01/02/2025 | 01/02/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 04/25/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 10/04/2023 | 10/05/2023 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 07/26/2023 | 07/27/2023 | 30.50 | 2 |
| 02/16/2023 | 02/16/2023 | 17.00 | 2 |
| 08/08/2022 | 08/09/2022 | 22.25 | 1 |
| 03/24/2022 | 03/24/2022 | 5.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Candor Sand Pit have?
Candor Sand Pit has 102 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $22K.
What type of mine is Candor Sand Pit?
Candor Sand Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Candor, Montgomery County, NC. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Candor Sand Pit?
According to MSHA records, Candor Sand Pit has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Candor Sand Pit?
Candor Sand Pit is operated by APAC-Atlantic Inc Thompson-Arthur Division and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 3101354.