Key Takeaway
Erna Sands LLC is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Erna, Mason County, TX. It has 146 violations on record (31 S&S) and $98K in proposed penalties. Operated by Erna Sands LLC.
Erna Sands LLC
Operator: Erna Sands LLC
Controller: Billy M McCraw; Patsy J Jordan; Joel W Jordan
Location: Erna, Mason County, TX
Recent Violations
View all 146 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2024 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 08/27/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 08/27/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/06/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/02/2023 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/02/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/02/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/02/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/02/2023 | 46.3(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/02/2023 | 46.9(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/10/2023 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/04/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 13 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 274d lost |
| 01/21/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 10d restricted |
| 01/04/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 10/10/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 06/04/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/17/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 17d lost, 8d restricted |
| 01/18/2013 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 44d lost, 14d restricted |
| 12/12/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 11d lost, 5d restricted |
| 02/11/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/11/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
Inspections
View all 37 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 10/22/2024 | 10/22/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/27/2024 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/05/2023 | 12/06/2023 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 08/02/2023 | 08/02/2023 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 01/19/2023 | 01/19/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2023 | 01/10/2023 | 42.00 | 1 |
| 07/30/2019 | 07/31/2019 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2019 | 05/22/2019 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2019 | 05/22/2019 | 4.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Erna Sands LLC have?
Erna Sands LLC has 146 MSHA violations on record, of which 31 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $98K.
What type of mine is Erna Sands LLC?
Erna Sands LLC is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Erna, Mason County, TX. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Erna Sands LLC?
According to MSHA records, Erna Sands LLC has 13 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Erna Sands LLC?
Erna Sands LLC is operated by Erna Sands LLC and controlled by Billy M McCraw; Patsy J Jordan; Joel W Jordan. MSHA Mine ID: 4104817.