Ripley Mine and Mill
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Oil Dri Production Company LLC
Controller: Oil Dri Corporation Of America
Location: Ripley, Tippah County, MS
Employees: 63
514
Violations
141
S&S Violations
80
Accidents
$429K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 514 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 04/10/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/08/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 11/15/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 11/14/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 11/14/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 11/14/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 11/14/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $189 |
| 11/14/2024 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/25/2024 | 56.18002(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,287 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $797 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $861 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 80 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/16/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/02/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/01/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 09/03/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
| 07/23/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/31/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 02/15/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
| 02/04/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 01/17/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 487d lost |
Inspections
View all 105 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2025 | 04/11/2025 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 11/13/2024 | 11/25/2024 | 48.25 | 2 |
| 06/24/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/21/2024 | 16.75 | 2 |
| 05/20/2024 | 05/21/2024 | 21.00 | 2 |
| 02/26/2024 | 02/29/2024 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 06/11/2023 | 06/15/2023 | 35.50 | 1 |
| 02/21/2023 | 02/21/2023 | 9.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2200035
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Clays NEC
Employees63
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates34.7533330, -88.9425000
Nearest TownRipley
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ripley Mine and Mill have?
Ripley Mine and Mill has 514 MSHA violations on record, of which 141 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $429K.
What type of mine is Ripley Mine and Mill?
Ripley Mine and Mill is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Ripley, Tippah County, MS. It currently has 63 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ripley Mine and Mill?
According to MSHA records, Ripley Mine and Mill has 80 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ripley Mine and Mill?
Ripley Mine and Mill is operated by Oil Dri Production Company LLC and controlled by Oil Dri Corporation Of America. MSHA Mine ID: 2200035.