Key Takeaway
Sand Springs Mine is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Big Spring, Howard County, TX. It has 40 violations on record (5 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by Nomad Proppant Services LLC.
Sand Springs Mine
Operator: Nomad Proppant Services LLC
Controller: Nomad Proppant Holdings LLC
Location: Big Spring, Howard County, TX
Employees: 15
Recent Violations
View all 40 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/09/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 07/09/2025 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 07/09/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/08/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/08/2025 | 46.7(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.16003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $576 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 22d restricted |
| 06/21/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 08/27/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 10/09/2024 | 10/10/2024 | 17.75 | 2 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 03/20/2024 | 03/21/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 02/27/2024 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 08/17/2023 | 08/18/2023 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 10/18/2022 | 10/24/2022 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 10/05/2022 | 10/24/2022 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 09/27/2022 | 09/29/2022 | 13.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sand Springs Mine have?
Sand Springs Mine has 40 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Sand Springs Mine?
Sand Springs Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Big Spring, Howard County, TX. It currently has 15 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sand Springs Mine?
According to MSHA records, Sand Springs Mine has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sand Springs Mine?
Sand Springs Mine is operated by Nomad Proppant Services LLC and controlled by Nomad Proppant Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4105613.