Key Takeaway
Portage Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Portage, Columbia County, WI. It has 232 violations on record (37 S&S) and $41K in proposed penalties. Operated by Covia Solutions LLC.
Portage Plant
Operator: Covia Solutions LLC
Controller: Covia Holdings LLC
Location: Portage, Columbia County, WI
Employees: 35
Recent Violations
View all 232 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,550 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/03/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 06/03/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/02/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/02/2024 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/01/2024 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 02/07/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 02/06/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/30/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/30/2023 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/30/2023 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/30/2023 | 46.7 | S&S | ModNegligence | $621 |
| 08/30/2023 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 82 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 333d lost |
| 11/13/2023 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/09/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 07/07/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 31d lost |
| 08/11/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 83d lost |
| 05/05/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 58d lost |
| 11/18/2017 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 65d lost |
| 11/03/2017 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 26d lost |
| 05/01/2017 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 26d lost |
| 08/23/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 51d restricted |
Inspections
View all 95 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/09/2025 | 47.50 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/05/2025 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 05/01/2024 | 05/03/2024 | 31.75 | 1 |
| 02/07/2024 | 02/07/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 02/05/2024 | 02/09/2024 | 43.50 | 1 |
| 09/21/2023 | 09/21/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/28/2023 | 09/01/2023 | 67.50 | 2 |
| 01/23/2023 | 01/26/2023 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 07/18/2022 | 07/19/2022 | 5.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Portage Plant have?
Portage Plant has 232 MSHA violations on record, of which 37 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $41K.
What type of mine is Portage Plant?
Portage Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Portage, Columbia County, WI. It currently has 35 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Portage Plant?
According to MSHA records, Portage Plant has 82 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Portage Plant?
Portage Plant is operated by Covia Solutions LLC and controlled by Covia Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4700749.