Key Takeaway
SILICA PLANT is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Davenport, Polk County, FL. It has 195 violations on record (67 S&S) and $67K in proposed penalties. Operated by Standard Sand & Silica Company.
SILICA PLANT
Operator: Standard Sand & Silica Company
Controller: Valerie Carnes
Location: Davenport, Polk County, FL
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 195 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | HighNegligence | $13,436 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14107(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,219 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,188 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,188 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $357 |
| 09/09/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $357 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 04/24/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/07/2021 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 09/02/2020 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/02/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 10d restricted |
| 04/11/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/25/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 232d lost |
| 07/20/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 12d lost, 3d restricted |
| 06/28/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 97 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | 02/18/2026 | 32.50 | 1 |
| 08/07/2025 | 08/08/2025 | 16.00 | 2 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/13/2025 | 28.00 | 2 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 01/17/2024 | 01/19/2024 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 06/22/2023 | 06/27/2023 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2023 | 05/22/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2023 | 02/02/2023 | 21.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does SILICA PLANT have?
SILICA PLANT has 195 MSHA violations on record, of which 67 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $67K.
What type of mine is SILICA PLANT?
SILICA PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Davenport, Polk County, FL. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at SILICA PLANT?
According to MSHA records, SILICA PLANT has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates SILICA PLANT?
SILICA PLANT is operated by Standard Sand & Silica Company and controlled by Valerie Carnes. MSHA Mine ID: 0800307.