Key Takeaway
Palmetto Sand Mine is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Dorchester, Colleton County, SC. It has 69 violations on record (12 S&S) and $14K in proposed penalties. Operated by Palmetto Sand Co., Inc..
Palmetto Sand Mine
Operator: Palmetto Sand Co., Inc.
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Dorchester, Colleton County, SC
Employees: 14
Recent Violations
View all 69 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 04/23/2024 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 04/23/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/06/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/13/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 12/07/2020 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/16/2019 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 09/16/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/16/2019 | 48.26(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $187 |
| 09/16/2019 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/06/2018 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/18/2017 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/28/2016 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 01/28/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/27/2015 | 46.3(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/03/2015 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/03/2015 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/03/2015 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/07/2014 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/19/2013 | 56.14109(b)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/23/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 9d lost, 13d restricted |
| 04/07/2020 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 7d lost |
| 02/12/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 114d lost |
| 03/21/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 09/23/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 05/30/2025 | 05/30/2025 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 05/06/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 10/30/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 04/22/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 02/07/2024 | 02/08/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2023 | 04/04/2023 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 10/24/2022 | 10/25/2022 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 04/06/2022 | 04/07/2022 | 15.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Palmetto Sand Mine have?
Palmetto Sand Mine has 69 MSHA violations on record, of which 12 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $14K.
What type of mine is Palmetto Sand Mine?
Palmetto Sand Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Dorchester, Colleton County, SC. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Palmetto Sand Mine?
According to MSHA records, Palmetto Sand Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Palmetto Sand Mine?
Palmetto Sand Mine is operated by Palmetto Sand Co., Inc. and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 3800710.