Diamond Sand & Gravel
Active
Facility
SandAndGravel
Operator: Diamond Sand and Gravel Inc
Controller: Frank J Hunkele
Location: Sparta, Sussex County, NJ
Employees: 8
85
Violations
21
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$13K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 85 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/13/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/02/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/29/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/29/2022 | 56.12028 | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/28/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/12/2021 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 11/04/2020 | 56.12016 | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 08/17/2020 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/17/2020 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/17/2020 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 01/14/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/09/2019 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 04/09/2019 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $121 |
| 12/13/2018 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/30/2018 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/24/2017 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/24/2017 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/11/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
Inspections
View all 52 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 09/25/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 6.75 | 2 |
| 02/13/2025 | 02/19/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 05/02/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 11/29/2023 | 11/29/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 09/20/2023 | 09/20/2023 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 05/15/2023 | 05/15/2023 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 05/08/2023 | 05/08/2023 | 7.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2800949
Mine TypeFacility
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees8
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates41.0680560, -74.6638890
Nearest TownSparta
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Diamond Sand & Gravel have?
Diamond Sand & Gravel has 85 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Diamond Sand & Gravel?
Diamond Sand & Gravel is a Facility mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sparta, Sussex County, NJ. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Diamond Sand & Gravel?
According to MSHA records, Diamond Sand & Gravel has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Diamond Sand & Gravel?
Diamond Sand & Gravel is operated by Diamond Sand and Gravel Inc and controlled by Frank J Hunkele. MSHA Mine ID: 2800949.