Key Takeaway
Montpelier Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Montpelier, Hanover County, VA. It has 116 violations on record (23 S&S) and $22K in proposed penalties. Operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC.
Montpelier Plant
Operator: U.S. Silica Company, LLC
Controller: USS Holdings Inc
Location: Montpelier, Hanover County, VA
Employees: 27
Recent Violations
View all 116 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 02/05/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/25/2024 | 56.12016 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,918 |
| 09/09/2021 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/11/2021 | 56.3131 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/06/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 01/28/2019 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/20/2018 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 02/28/2018 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 02/28/2018 | 62.174 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/26/2018 | 56.3131 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/26/2018 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $638 |
| 09/27/2017 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 06/22/2017 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $126 |
| 01/11/2017 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 01/10/2017 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $126 |
| 12/15/2015 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2015 | 56.13020 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $540 |
| 07/16/2015 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/25/2015 | 56.14109(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 01/22/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 01/17/2019 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/20/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 40d lost, 24d restricted |
| 01/29/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 20d restricted |
| 11/10/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 19d lost, 12d restricted |
| 09/04/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 11/28/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 135d restricted |
| 10/28/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 09/08/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
Inspections
View all 74 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2025 | 07/08/2025 | 43.50 | 1 |
| 02/03/2025 | 02/12/2025 | 45.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 02/20/2024 | 03/04/2024 | 42.00 | 1 |
| 01/26/2024 | 02/02/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 01/26/2024 | 02/02/2024 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 08/30/2023 | 09/19/2023 | 96.75 | 2 |
| 01/30/2023 | 02/03/2023 | 49.00 | 1 |
| 06/23/2022 | 07/09/2022 | 70.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2022 | 01/11/2022 | 38.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Montpelier Plant have?
Montpelier Plant has 116 MSHA violations on record, of which 23 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $22K.
What type of mine is Montpelier Plant?
Montpelier Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Montpelier, Hanover County, VA. It currently has 27 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Montpelier Plant?
According to MSHA records, Montpelier Plant has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Montpelier Plant?
Montpelier Plant is operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC and controlled by USS Holdings Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4402829.