Key Takeaway
Crystal Plant is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC. It has 77 violations on record (26 S&S) and $15K in proposed penalties. Operated by Sibelco North America, Inc..
Crystal Plant
Operator: Sibelco North America, Inc.
Controller: S C R-Sibelco Nv
Location: Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC
Recent Violations
View all 77 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/13/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/05/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/05/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/12/2024 | 56.12020 | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 03/12/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/12/2024 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 01/03/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/02/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 27 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 359d lost |
| 11/04/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/19/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/24/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/24/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 12/29/2015 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/01/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1078d lost |
| 01/10/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/10/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 93d lost |
Inspections
View all 74 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2025 | 02/24/2025 | 76.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 06/17/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/28/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 04/05/2024 | 05/06/2024 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/09/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 03/11/2024 | 03/14/2024 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 01/18/2024 | 04/29/2024 | 37.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Crystal Plant have?
Crystal Plant has 77 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $15K.
What type of mine is Crystal Plant?
Crystal Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Crystal Plant?
According to MSHA records, Crystal Plant has 27 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Crystal Plant?
Crystal Plant is operated by Sibelco North America, Inc. and controlled by S C R-Sibelco Nv. MSHA Mine ID: 3102012.