Key Takeaway
Kosse Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kosse, Limestone County, TX. It has 210 violations on record (74 S&S) and $111K in proposed penalties. Operated by Superior Silica Sands, LLC.
Kosse Mine
Operator: Superior Silica Sands, LLC
Controller: PIMCO; HPS Investment Partners; Oak Hill Advisors
Location: Kosse, Limestone County, TX
Recent Violations
View all 210 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/23/2019 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 08/23/2019 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 03/16/2019 | 56.20010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $270 |
| 03/12/2019 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $344 |
| 03/12/2019 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $344 |
| 03/12/2019 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/12/2019 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/09/2018 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | HighNegligence | $5,997 |
| 10/09/2018 | 56.9101 | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,019 |
| 06/26/2018 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $462 |
| 06/26/2018 | 56.14132(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $462 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $225 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.14206(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,539 |
| 05/21/2018 | 46.7(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $462 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $691 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.14130(c)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/21/2018 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2018 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 31d restricted |
| 05/06/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2012 | OTHER | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | 2d lost |
| 03/20/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 75d lost |
| 08/20/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2019 | 10/07/2019 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2019 | 08/25/2019 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2019 | 03/18/2019 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 03/07/2019 | 03/13/2019 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 10/23/2018 | 10/24/2018 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 10/09/2018 | 10/12/2018 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 10/09/2018 | 10/14/2018 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 08/07/2018 | 08/08/2018 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 06/25/2018 | 06/26/2018 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 05/30/2018 | 05/30/2018 | 6.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Kosse Mine have?
Kosse Mine has 210 MSHA violations on record, of which 74 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $111K.
What type of mine is Kosse Mine?
Kosse Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kosse, Limestone County, TX. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Kosse Mine?
According to MSHA records, Kosse Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Kosse Mine?
Kosse Mine is operated by Superior Silica Sands, LLC and controlled by PIMCO; HPS Investment Partners; Oak Hill Advisors. MSHA Mine ID: 4104312.