Key Takeaway
Simonton Sand Plant is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wallis, Austin County, TX. It has 29 violations on record (4 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC.
Simonton Sand Plant
Operator: Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Wallis, Austin County, TX
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 29 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/19/2022 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/17/2021 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 01/18/2017 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 01/27/2016 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/07/2015 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $117 |
| 04/07/2015 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/16/2014 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/15/2013 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/05/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 02/05/2013 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2012 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/08/2011 | 56.14206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/08/2011 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/20/2010 | 56.12026 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/20/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $117 |
| 08/17/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/17/2010 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $117 |
| 08/17/2010 | 56.12023 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 08/17/2010 | 56.16010 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2022 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 16d lost, 140d restricted |
| 05/19/2015 | INUNDATION | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/20/2014 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/26/2012 | INUNDATION | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/01/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/16/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/15/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 01/31/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/09/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/22/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 25d restricted |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2023 | 04/13/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 05/19/2022 | 05/19/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2022 | 01/04/2022 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 08/17/2021 | 08/17/2021 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/16/2020 | 12/17/2020 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/28/2020 | 07/30/2020 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 10/02/2019 | 10/02/2019 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 06/13/2019 | 06/13/2019 | 7.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Simonton Sand Plant have?
Simonton Sand Plant has 29 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Simonton Sand Plant?
Simonton Sand Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wallis, Austin County, TX. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Simonton Sand Plant?
According to MSHA records, Simonton Sand Plant has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Simonton Sand Plant?
Simonton Sand Plant is operated by Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC and controlled by Vulcan Materials Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4104576.