Key Takeaway
Merry Oaks Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Merry Oaks, Chatham County, NC. It has 34 violations on record (9 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Triangle Brick Company.
Merry Oaks Mine
Operator: Triangle Brick Company
Controller: Roeben Company
Location: Merry Oaks, Chatham County, NC
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 34 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2021 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/24/2019 | 46.9(b)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 04/24/2019 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/31/2017 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/08/2016 | 56.4230(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/12/2015 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 05/14/2013 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/03/2012 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/02/2012 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/08/2010 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/08/2010 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/07/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 12/19/2005 | 56.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.11008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 07/28/2005 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/21/2015 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 28d lost, 198d restricted |
| 08/27/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 16d lost |
| 02/25/2000 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 2d restricted |
| 02/02/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 1d restricted |
Inspections
View all 72 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2025 | 05/28/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/12/2024 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 07/17/2024 | 07/17/2024 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/03/2023 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2023 | 08/15/2023 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 04/17/2023 | 04/17/2023 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 10/20/2022 | 10/20/2022 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 07/13/2022 | 07/13/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Merry Oaks Mine have?
Merry Oaks Mine has 34 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is Merry Oaks Mine?
Merry Oaks Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Merry Oaks, Chatham County, NC. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Merry Oaks Mine?
According to MSHA records, Merry Oaks Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Merry Oaks Mine?
Merry Oaks Mine is operated by Triangle Brick Company and controlled by Roeben Company. MSHA Mine ID: 3102080.