Pleasant Valley Mine
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Western Mining and Minerals Inc.
Controller: Saint-Gobain
Location: Fort Dodge, Webster County, IA
Employees: 3
161
Violations
22
S&S Violations
9
Accidents
$25K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 161 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.15005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,511 |
| 09/05/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 09/05/2024 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/05/2024 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/05/2024 | 48.25(b)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $164 |
| 02/03/2020 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/03/2020 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 02/03/2020 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/29/2019 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 07/29/2019 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/29/2019 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/29/2019 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/21/2019 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 10/02/2018 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/02/2018 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 08/19/2010 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 01/30/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/02/2007 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/27/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 282d lost |
| 02/15/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 32d restricted |
| 10/20/2005 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 75d restricted |
| 05/16/2005 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 69 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | 10/27/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/16/2025 | 10/16/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 08/12/2025 | 08/12/2025 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 07/31/2025 | 08/01/2025 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/11/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 09/16/2024 | 09/16/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 09/04/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 04/15/2020 | 04/15/2020 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/13/2020 | 02/13/2020 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2020 | 02/04/2020 | 20.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1300435
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionGypsum
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates42.4850000, -94.1313890
Nearest TownFort Dodge
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pleasant Valley Mine have?
Pleasant Valley Mine has 161 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is Pleasant Valley Mine?
Pleasant Valley Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fort Dodge, Webster County, IA. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pleasant Valley Mine?
According to MSHA records, Pleasant Valley Mine has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pleasant Valley Mine?
Pleasant Valley Mine is operated by Western Mining and Minerals Inc. and controlled by Saint-Gobain. MSHA Mine ID: 1300435.