Key Takeaway
Damron Sand is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in SLATON, Lubbock County, TX. It has 179 violations on record (26 S&S) and $63K in proposed penalties. Operated by Permian Basin Materials, LLC.
Damron Sand
Operator: Permian Basin Materials, LLC
Controller: W L Ross & Co LLC
Location: SLATON, Lubbock County, TX
Employees: 14
Recent Violations
View all 179 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
| 10/28/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 5d restricted |
| 02/06/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/03/2022 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/20/2022 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 03/30/2022 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 04/02/2018 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 02/13/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/10/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 04/27/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
Inspections
View all 77 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 09/03/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 04/07/2025 | 04/15/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 08/12/2024 | 08/13/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 10/31/2023 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 09/26/2023 | 10/20/2023 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 08/28/2023 | 08/31/2023 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 11/08/2022 | 11/08/2022 | 5.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Damron Sand have?
Damron Sand has 179 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $63K.
What type of mine is Damron Sand?
Damron Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in SLATON, Lubbock County, TX. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Damron Sand?
According to MSHA records, Damron Sand has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Damron Sand?
Damron Sand is operated by Permian Basin Materials, LLC and controlled by W L Ross & Co LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4101901.