Key Takeaway
Solvang Plant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, CA. It has 104 violations on record (32 S&S) and $31K in proposed penalties. Operated by Buellflat Rock Co Inc.
Solvang Plant
Operator: Buellflat Rock Co Inc
Controller: R G Petersen
Location: Solvang, Santa Barbara County, CA
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 104 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/06/2025 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $245 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/28/2023 | 56.16001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/19/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 12/08/2021 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/13/2021 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 02/04/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 02/04/2020 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $324 |
| 02/04/2020 | 56.14131(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 02/04/2020 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 01/16/2020 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 04/17/2019 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 03/06/2019 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $319 |
| 08/01/2018 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 11/24/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 71d lost |
| 01/03/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2025 | 05/07/2025 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/12/2025 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2024 | 06/06/2024 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 11/28/2023 | 11/28/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2023 | 11/28/2023 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/27/2023 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/28/2023 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 04/25/2022 | 04/27/2022 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 12/08/2021 | 12/09/2021 | 12.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Solvang Plant have?
Solvang Plant has 104 MSHA violations on record, of which 32 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $31K.
What type of mine is Solvang Plant?
Solvang Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, CA. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Solvang Plant?
According to MSHA records, Solvang Plant has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Solvang Plant?
Solvang Plant is operated by Buellflat Rock Co Inc and controlled by R G Petersen. MSHA Mine ID: 0401710.