Key Takeaway
Site 1 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, IA. It has 36 violations on record (7 S&S) and $10K in proposed penalties. Operated by Benton's Sand and Gravel INC..
Site 1
Operator: Benton's Sand and Gravel INC.
Controller: John Benton
Location: Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, IA
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 36 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 10/07/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 10/15/2024 | 56.14101(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/15/2024 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $535 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $535 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14101(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Inspections
View all 4 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 10/14/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 10/06/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 10/24/2024 | 10/24/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 10/08/2024 | 10/16/2024 | 45.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Site 1 have?
Site 1 has 36 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $10K.
What type of mine is Site 1?
Site 1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, IA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Site 1?
According to MSHA records, Site 1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Site 1?
Site 1 is operated by Benton's Sand and Gravel INC. and controlled by John Benton. MSHA Mine ID: 1302516.