Key Takeaway
Kermit Sand is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Kermit, Winkler County, TX. It has 152 violations on record (23 S&S) and $67K in proposed penalties. Operated by Iron Oak Sand LLC.
Kermit Sand
Operator: Iron Oak Sand LLC
Controller: New Covia Energy LLC
Location: Kermit, Winkler County, TX
Employees: 80
Recent Violations
View all 152 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.13010(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.18002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.13020 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.15005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 46.9(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 46.5 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.4201(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.12026 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 08/14/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/12/2025 | 45.4(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 15 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2025 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 70d restricted |
| 07/19/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/19/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 03/16/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 11/20/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 05/25/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 280d lost |
| 05/24/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 16d restricted |
| 03/28/2022 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 2d lost, 15d restricted |
| 03/08/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 35d restricted |
| 08/22/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 40.00 | 1 | |
| 08/28/2025 | 09/22/2025 | 12.75 | 2 |
| 08/14/2025 | 09/19/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 06/10/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 67.00 | 2 |
| 02/23/2025 | 03/02/2025 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 04/28/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 100.00 | 2 |
| 03/14/2024 | 03/21/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2024 | 01/12/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 01/02/2024 | 01/12/2024 | 68.25 | 2 |
| 12/21/2023 | 12/22/2023 | 4.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Kermit Sand have?
Kermit Sand has 152 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $67K.
What type of mine is Kermit Sand?
Kermit Sand is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Kermit, Winkler County, TX. It currently has 80 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Kermit Sand?
According to MSHA records, Kermit Sand has 15 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Kermit Sand?
Kermit Sand is operated by Iron Oak Sand LLC and controlled by New Covia Energy LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4105310.