Key Takeaway
DSM Portable Sand is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Marshall Town, Marshall County, IA. It has 9 violations on record (1 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Materials.
DSM Portable Sand
Operator: Martin Marietta Materials
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Marshall Town, Marshall County, IA
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 9 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 56.14105 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/03/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/19/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/19/2022 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 09/19/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 110d restricted |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 06/05/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/13/2025 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/04/2023 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 08/01/2023 | 08/02/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/19/2022 | 09/21/2022 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 06/22/2022 | 06/22/2022 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/08/2021 | 06/08/2021 | 6.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does DSM Portable Sand have?
DSM Portable Sand has 9 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is DSM Portable Sand?
DSM Portable Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Marshall Town, Marshall County, IA. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at DSM Portable Sand?
According to MSHA records, DSM Portable Sand has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates DSM Portable Sand?
DSM Portable Sand is operated by Martin Marietta Materials and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1302504.