Key Takeaway
Desert Mound is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar City, Iron County, UT. It has 29 violations on record (12 S&S) and $34K in proposed penalties. Operated by Southwest Grading and Paving LLC.
Desert Mound
Operator: Southwest Grading and Paving LLC
Controller: Nathan Janes; Keith Gilbert
Location: Cedar City, Iron County, UT
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 29 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $10,569 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,184 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.4102 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,184 |
| 09/23/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $177 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $642 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 09/23/2025 | 56.12028 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,184 |
| 08/27/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,184 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.12023 | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/10/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,184 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 09/17/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 09/22/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 10/28/2024 | 10/29/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/30/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Desert Mound have?
Desert Mound has 29 MSHA violations on record, of which 12 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $34K.
What type of mine is Desert Mound?
Desert Mound is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar City, Iron County, UT. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Desert Mound?
According to MSHA records, Desert Mound has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Desert Mound?
Desert Mound is operated by Southwest Grading and Paving LLC and controlled by Nathan Janes; Keith Gilbert. MSHA Mine ID: 4202756.