Columbia Sand
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Heidelberg Materials SE Agg., LLC
Controller: Heidelberg Materials AG
Location: West Columbia, Lexington County, SC
Employees: 6
233
Violations
68
S&S Violations
16
Accidents
$160K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 233 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 05/27/2025 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 06/20/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/20/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/20/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 02/26/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/03/2021 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/02/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/02/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $237 |
| 04/27/2020 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 11/06/2019 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $214 |
| 11/06/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $214 |
| 11/05/2019 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/03/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 07/03/2019 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/28/2019 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 02/07/2018 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/14/2016 | 47.32(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $171 |
| 12/14/2016 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $380 |
| 12/13/2016 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 16 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 09/19/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 45d restricted |
| 10/01/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 09/20/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
| 05/18/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/22/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 26d restricted |
| 06/11/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 05/21/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 04/01/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 01/11/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/14/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/27/2025 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 03/26/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/05/2024 | 11/05/2024 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/01/2024 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 06/20/2024 | 06/20/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 02/28/2024 | 02/28/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 02/26/2024 | 02/26/2024 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 04/19/2023 | 04/19/2023 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 10/06/2022 | 10/07/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3800130
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees6
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates33.8497220, -81.1152780
Nearest TownWest Columbia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Columbia Sand have?
Columbia Sand has 233 MSHA violations on record, of which 68 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $160K.
What type of mine is Columbia Sand?
Columbia Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in West Columbia, Lexington County, SC. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Columbia Sand?
According to MSHA records, Columbia Sand has 16 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Columbia Sand?
Columbia Sand is operated by Heidelberg Materials SE Agg., LLC and controlled by Heidelberg Materials AG. MSHA Mine ID: 3800130.