Key Takeaway
Middleton Operations is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Middleton, Hardeman County, TN. It has 545 violations on record (143 S&S) and $584K in proposed penalties. Operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC.
Middleton Operations
Operator: U.S. Silica Company, LLC
Controller: USS Holdings Inc
Location: Middleton, Hardeman County, TN
Employees: 90
Recent Violations
View all 545 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 11/24/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 06/02/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/02/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/03/2023 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $453 |
| 06/28/2023 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $657 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/26/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/26/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/25/2023 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/07/2023 | 50.30-1(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 02/05/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 09/08/2022 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $909 |
| 09/06/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $252 |
| 09/06/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $407 |
| 09/06/2022 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/29/2022 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $716 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 107 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2023 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 72d restricted |
| 03/03/2023 | OTHER | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 10/26/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/01/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/02/2021 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 06/07/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 50d lost, 36d restricted |
| 06/27/2018 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/05/2017 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/16/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 37d restricted |
| 10/14/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 108 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 01/16/2026 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 06/28/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 11/24/2024 | 11/26/2024 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 09/11/2024 | 09/11/2024 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 06/02/2024 | 06/03/2024 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 12/03/2023 | 12/05/2023 | 39.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 39.50 | 1 |
| 04/10/2023 | 04/11/2023 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 02/07/2023 | 02/07/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2023 | 02/07/2023 | 58.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Middleton Operations have?
Middleton Operations has 545 MSHA violations on record, of which 143 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $584K.
What type of mine is Middleton Operations?
Middleton Operations is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Middleton, Hardeman County, TN. It currently has 90 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Middleton Operations?
According to MSHA records, Middleton Operations has 107 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Middleton Operations?
Middleton Operations is operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC and controlled by USS Holdings Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4002968.