Lyons Mine
Active
Underground
Nonmetal
Operator: Lyons Salt Company
Controller: SCIH Salt Holdings, Inc
Location: Lyons, Rice County, KS
Employees: 76
869
Violations
172
S&S Violations
117
Accidents
$381K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 869 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 48.25(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.14201(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.15030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/04/2025 | 57.15005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,320 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.19120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.20003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.14214 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.15030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 117 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/12/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/19/2025 | ELECTRICAL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/23/2023 | NONPOWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 2d restricted |
| 05/23/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 01/03/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/28/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/18/2021 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/13/2021 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/23/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 221d restricted |
Inspections
View all 201 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 47.50 | 2 |
| 11/30/2025 | 12/09/2025 | 96.25 | 2 |
| 09/17/2025 | 09/19/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 07/08/2025 | 07/15/2025 | 68.75 | 2 |
| 06/08/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 95.00 | 2 |
| 03/06/2025 | 03/12/2025 | 86.50 | 2 |
| 02/20/2025 | 03/03/2025 | 36.50 | 2 |
| 12/01/2024 | 12/06/2024 | 156.25 | 3 |
| 08/26/2024 | 09/18/2024 | 61.25 | 1 |
| 04/02/2024 | 04/23/2024 | 159.75 | 4 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1400413
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionSalt
Employees76
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates38.3330560, -98.1900000
Nearest TownLyons
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lyons Mine have?
Lyons Mine has 869 MSHA violations on record, of which 172 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $381K.
What type of mine is Lyons Mine?
Lyons Mine is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Lyons, Rice County, KS. It currently has 76 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lyons Mine?
According to MSHA records, Lyons Mine has 117 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lyons Mine?
Lyons Mine is operated by Lyons Salt Company and controlled by SCIH Salt Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1400413.