Key Takeaway
Lake Wales Sand Mine is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lake Wales, Polk County, FL. It has 39 violations on record (6 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by CEMEX Construction Materials Florida, LLC.
Lake Wales Sand Mine
Operator: CEMEX Construction Materials Florida, LLC
Controller: Cemex S A
Location: Lake Wales, Polk County, FL
Employees: 13
Recent Violations
View all 39 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2022 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/27/2022 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/11/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 07/22/2020 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/22/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/05/2019 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 12/05/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 07/12/2019 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/06/2017 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/26/2016 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/25/2016 | 56.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/25/2016 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/25/2016 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 10/25/2016 | 56.11006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 10/01/2014 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2014 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/24/2013 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/10/2012 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/06/2011 | 56.17001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/06/2010 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 72d restricted |
| 10/03/2017 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/21/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 03/18/2004 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/19/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 18d restricted |
| 09/07/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/19/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 05/02/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 04/26/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
Inspections
View all 74 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | 10/10/2025 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 08/22/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/03/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 05/16/2024 | 05/16/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 03/08/2024 | 03/08/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 08/28/2023 | 08/29/2023 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 11/30/2022 | 11/30/2022 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2022 | 06/27/2022 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 12/01/2021 | 12/01/2021 | 7.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
Related Mines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lake Wales Sand Mine have?
Lake Wales Sand Mine has 39 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Lake Wales Sand Mine?
Lake Wales Sand Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lake Wales, Polk County, FL. It currently has 13 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lake Wales Sand Mine?
According to MSHA records, Lake Wales Sand Mine has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lake Wales Sand Mine?
Lake Wales Sand Mine is operated by CEMEX Construction Materials Florida, LLC and controlled by Cemex S A. MSHA Mine ID: 0801269.