Key Takeaway
Matthews Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Princeton, Johnston County, NC. It has 45 violations on record (11 S&S) and $13K in proposed penalties. Operated by Carolina Aggregates and Sand Holding LLC.
Matthews Pit
Operator: Carolina Aggregates and Sand Holding LLC
Controller: Reynolds Trucking Company LLC
Location: Princeton, Johnston County, NC
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 45 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/17/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/17/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/17/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/12/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/12/2025 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/12/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/10/2024 | 56.9200(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14131(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14109 | S&S | ModNegligence | $453 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.18002 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,853 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2024 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 20d lost |
Inspections
View all 26 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 07/17/2025 | 07/17/2025 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 02/12/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 10/18/2024 | 10/18/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/30/2024 | 09/30/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/10/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 01/31/2024 | 01/31/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/18/2024 | 01/18/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/08/2024 | 16.75 | 2 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/25/2023 | 11.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Matthews Pit have?
Matthews Pit has 45 MSHA violations on record, of which 11 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Matthews Pit?
Matthews Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Princeton, Johnston County, NC. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Matthews Pit?
According to MSHA records, Matthews Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Matthews Pit?
Matthews Pit is operated by Carolina Aggregates and Sand Holding LLC and controlled by Reynolds Trucking Company LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 3102337.