Key Takeaway
Columbus Plant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Bartholomew County, IN. It has 77 violations on record (23 S&S) and $14K in proposed penalties. Operated by Nugent Sand Company.
Columbus Plant
Operator: Nugent Sand Company
Controller: N S C Corp; Sibo Services Inc
Location: Columbus, Bartholomew County, IN
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 77 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.15004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.12018 | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2024 | 56.14112(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 09/18/2024 | 56.14110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.4500 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,945 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.20008(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 08/24/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/02/2004 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/22/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 07/14/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/03/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 51 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/20/2025 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 09/04/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2025 | 02/18/2025 | 31.00 | 2 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 39.75 | 2 |
| 03/12/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 08/03/2023 | 08/14/2023 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 10/18/2022 | 10/24/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2022 | 06/28/2022 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 03/28/2022 | 03/28/2022 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 01/31/2022 | 02/01/2022 | 16.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Columbus Plant have?
Columbus Plant has 77 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $14K.
What type of mine is Columbus Plant?
Columbus Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Bartholomew County, IN. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Columbus Plant?
According to MSHA records, Columbus Plant has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Columbus Plant?
Columbus Plant is operated by Nugent Sand Company and controlled by N S C Corp; Sibo Services Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1200937.