Key Takeaway

Diamond Sand Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Defuniak Springs, Walton County, FL. It has 31 violations on record (5 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Couch Aggregates LLC.

Diamond Sand Mine

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Couch Aggregates LLC

Controller: Steve Shaw

Location: Defuniak Springs, Walton County, FL

31
Violations
5
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$2K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
07/07/2009 56.14107(a) S&S ModNegligence $117
07/07/2009 46.9(d)(4) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
12/09/2008 56.12034 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
07/09/2008 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
07/09/2008 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/18/2006 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
10/18/2006 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
10/18/2006 41.13 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
03/22/2006 56.11001 S&S ModNegligence $91
11/30/2004 56.11001 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
03/30/2004 56.18002(b) Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
04/22/2003 47.32(b)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
04/22/2003 56.14103(c)(1) S&S ModNegligence $164
12/10/2002 46.9(i) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/11/2002 56.4402 Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/11/2002 56.14101(a)(3) Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
04/09/2002 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
04/09/2002 56.4200(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
04/09/2002 56.9300(a) S&S ModNegligence $0
04/09/2002 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
12/30/2005 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 9d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
05/25/2011 05/25/2011 1.00 1
12/01/2010 12/01/2010 7.00 1
07/07/2010 07/07/2010 0.75 1
07/06/2009 07/08/2009 17.75 1
12/15/2008 12/15/2008 10.75 1
12/08/2008 12/09/2008 14.25 1
07/09/2008 07/10/2008 16.00 1
02/17/2008 02/18/2008 19.50 1
10/18/2006 10/19/2006 31.00 2
10/18/2006 10/19/2006 1.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0800261
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionSand, Common
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates30.7447220, -86.3102770
Nearest TownDefuniak Springs

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Diamond Sand Mine have?

Diamond Sand Mine has 31 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.

What type of mine is Diamond Sand Mine?

Diamond Sand Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Defuniak Springs, Walton County, FL. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Diamond Sand Mine?

According to MSHA records, Diamond Sand Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Diamond Sand Mine?

Diamond Sand Mine is operated by Couch Aggregates LLC and controlled by Steve Shaw. MSHA Mine ID: 0800261.