Key Takeaway
Saylorville Sand is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It has 19 violations on record (0 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc..
Saylorville Sand
Operator: Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Des Moines, Polk County, IA
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 19 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
| 05/22/2019 | 46.3(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/18/2016 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 05/04/2016 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 05/04/2016 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 11/05/2013 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/05/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/07/2010 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/07/2010 | 46.9(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/24/2008 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/18/2007 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/18/2007 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 11/15/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 11/15/2005 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/15/2005 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/15/2005 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/15/2005 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/29/2005 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 01/15/2005 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 04/13/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/08/2021 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 12/22/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 96d lost, 183d restricted |
| 03/18/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/17/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/13/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
| 09/29/2005 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 32d lost, 102d restricted |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2024 | 10/17/2024 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 04/24/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/21/2023 | 11/22/2023 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 09/18/2023 | 09/19/2023 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 05/16/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 12/14/2022 | 12/14/2022 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 04/13/2022 | 04/14/2022 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 12/08/2021 | 12/10/2021 | 25.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Saylorville Sand have?
Saylorville Sand has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Saylorville Sand?
Saylorville Sand is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Saylorville Sand?
According to MSHA records, Saylorville Sand has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Saylorville Sand?
Saylorville Sand is operated by Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1302290.