Key Takeaway
Ditch 5 Sand Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Vero Beach, Indian River County, FL. It has 28 violations on record (3 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Babcock Coquina Mine, LLC.
Ditch 5 Sand Mine
Operator: Babcock Coquina Mine, LLC
Controller: Teeraporn Wells; Jeffery Ward Wells
Location: Vero Beach, Indian River County, FL
Recent Violations
View all 28 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2024 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 05/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 41.13 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.12018 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,152 |
| 05/11/2023 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/15/2018 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/12/2018 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/09/2018 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/09/2018 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/09/2018 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/09/2018 | 46.11(b)(6) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
Inspections
View all 14 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/16/2024 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 04/12/2024 | 04/12/2024 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 01/13/2024 | 01/17/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 01/04/2024 | 01/05/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 05/31/2023 | 05/31/2023 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 05/11/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 03/06/2019 | 03/08/2019 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 06/12/2018 | 06/15/2018 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/08/2018 | 03/12/2018 | 20.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ditch 5 Sand Mine have?
Ditch 5 Sand Mine has 28 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Ditch 5 Sand Mine?
Ditch 5 Sand Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Vero Beach, Indian River County, FL. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ditch 5 Sand Mine?
According to MSHA records, Ditch 5 Sand Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ditch 5 Sand Mine?
Ditch 5 Sand Mine is operated by Babcock Coquina Mine, LLC and controlled by Teeraporn Wells; Jeffery Ward Wells. MSHA Mine ID: 0801393.