Key Takeaway
Grandfalls is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Monahans, Ward County, TX. It has 218 violations on record (50 S&S) and $122K in proposed penalties. Operated by Permian Basin Materials, LLC.
Grandfalls
Operator: Permian Basin Materials, LLC
Controller: W L Ross & Co LLC
Location: Monahans, Ward County, TX
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 218 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14107(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/11/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/11/2024 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/10/2024 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/07/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/07/2024 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 69d lost, 12d restricted |
| 08/08/2019 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/17/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
| 03/07/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 331d lost |
| 06/01/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 93 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 02/05/2026 | 02/20/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2025 | 08/01/2025 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 07/02/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 03/04/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 04/10/2024 | 04/11/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 02/22/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 02/07/2024 | 02/07/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 08/30/2023 | 08/30/2023 | 24.00 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Grandfalls have?
Grandfalls has 218 MSHA violations on record, of which 50 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $122K.
What type of mine is Grandfalls?
Grandfalls is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Monahans, Ward County, TX. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Grandfalls?
According to MSHA records, Grandfalls has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Grandfalls?
Grandfalls is operated by Permian Basin Materials, LLC and controlled by W L Ross & Co LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4101916.