SOUTH PLANT
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Midwest Materials By Mueller Inc
Controller: Jay Holle
Location: Hanover, Washington County, KS
Employees: 3
127
Violations
25
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$129K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 127 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14132(b)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 07/29/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/28/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 03/28/2025 | 56.3130 | S&S | HighNegligence | $44,613 |
| 03/28/2025 | 56.3401 | S&S | HighNegligence | $49,571 |
| 05/14/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 05/14/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 11/27/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.12001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/02/2023 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 | 07/30/2025 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 03/28/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 95.75 | 3 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/13/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 05/14/2024 | 05/15/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 12/11/2023 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 11/27/2023 | 11/27/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/06/2023 | 11/08/2023 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 10/23/2023 | 10/23/2023 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 10/02/2023 | 10/03/2023 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 05/02/2023 | 05/02/2023 | 6.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1401414
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates39.0119440, -98.4841670
Nearest TownHanover
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does SOUTH PLANT have?
SOUTH PLANT has 127 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $129K.
What type of mine is SOUTH PLANT?
SOUTH PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Hanover, Washington County, KS. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at SOUTH PLANT?
According to MSHA records, SOUTH PLANT has 1 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates SOUTH PLANT?
SOUTH PLANT is operated by Midwest Materials By Mueller Inc and controlled by Jay Holle. MSHA Mine ID: 1401414.