Key Takeaway
Raccoon River Sand is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It has 18 violations on record (4 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc..
Raccoon River Sand
Operator: Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Des Moines, Polk County, IA
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 18 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2023 | 46.9(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/08/2022 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/11/2022 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 01/11/2022 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/06/2018 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/28/2017 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/27/2016 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 01/20/2016 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/20/2016 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 05/07/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/19/2011 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/18/2011 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/28/2010 | 56.11001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $243 |
| 10/07/2008 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/06/2008 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/18/2007 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/18/2007 | 46.7(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 07/17/2007 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 35d restricted |
| 08/15/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/16/2009 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 14d lost, 94d restricted |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | 11/25/2025 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 05/20/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 10/23/2024 | 10/24/2024 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 05/28/2024 | 05/28/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 12/12/2023 | 12/12/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/24/2023 | 07/25/2023 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 11/08/2022 | 11/10/2022 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2022 | 04/12/2022 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 01/10/2022 | 01/12/2022 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 03/31/2021 | 03/31/2021 | 13.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Raccoon River Sand have?
Raccoon River Sand has 18 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is Raccoon River Sand?
Raccoon River Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Raccoon River Sand?
According to MSHA records, Raccoon River Sand has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Raccoon River Sand?
Raccoon River Sand is operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1302315.