Key Takeaway
Plaisted Sand is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It has 99 violations on record (21 S&S) and $13K in proposed penalties. Operated by Plaisted Companies Inc..
Plaisted Sand
Operator: Plaisted Companies Inc.
Controller: Todd R Plaisted
Location: Elk River, Sherburne County, MN
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 99 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/21/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/08/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/31/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2023 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/27/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/26/2022 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 10/26/2022 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $183 |
| 10/27/2021 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/26/2021 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/26/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/26/2021 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 04/22/2021 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/27/2020 | 56.14101(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2008 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 43d restricted |
| 10/19/2006 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/01/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 18d restricted |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 05/21/2025 | 05/23/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 11/20/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 08/08/2024 | 08/08/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 01/31/2024 | 02/01/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 02/21/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 10/26/2022 | 10/27/2022 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 04/27/2022 | 04/27/2022 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 10/26/2021 | 10/27/2021 | 10.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Plaisted Sand have?
Plaisted Sand has 99 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Plaisted Sand?
Plaisted Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Plaisted Sand?
According to MSHA records, Plaisted Sand has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Plaisted Sand?
Plaisted Sand is operated by Plaisted Companies Inc. and controlled by Todd R Plaisted. MSHA Mine ID: 2100496.