Cedar Bluff
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Sierra Frac Sand, LLC
Controller: Kim Smith; Pamela Smith
Location: Benton, LA, Bossier County, LA
Employees: 46
131
Violations
42
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$190K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 131 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/17/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $288 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $366 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,219 |
| 07/16/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,144 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $697 |
Inspections
View all 29 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 27.25 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/17/2025 | 45.75 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 03/17/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 38.75 | 2 |
| 12/04/2023 | 12/07/2023 | 60.50 | 1 |
| 08/21/2023 | 08/21/2023 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/20/2023 | 07/20/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 07/04/2023 | 07/07/2023 | 43.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1601575
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionSand, Industrial NEC
Employees46
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates32.8052780, -93.7752780
Nearest TownBenton, LA
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cedar Bluff have?
Cedar Bluff has 131 MSHA violations on record, of which 42 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $190K.
What type of mine is Cedar Bluff?
Cedar Bluff is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Benton, LA, Bossier County, LA. It currently has 46 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cedar Bluff?
According to MSHA records, Cedar Bluff has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cedar Bluff?
Cedar Bluff is operated by Sierra Frac Sand, LLC and controlled by Kim Smith; Pamela Smith. MSHA Mine ID: 1601575.