Southard Mine And Plant
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: United States Gypsum Company
Controller: USG Corporation
Location: Southard, Blaine County, OK
Employees: 9
219
Violations
52
S&S Violations
65
Accidents
$42K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 219 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 06/24/2025 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 03/19/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $288 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 07/30/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/30/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/30/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/29/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/29/2024 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/31/2023 | 56.12040 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 65 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/23/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 06/13/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/27/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/08/2024 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 06/29/2023 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/21/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/15/2023 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/10/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/15/2022 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 72 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 10/23/2025 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 09/16/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 27.50 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 11/01/2023 | 33.25 | 1 |
| 09/11/2023 | 09/12/2023 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 03/28/2023 | 03/30/2023 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 07/06/2022 | 07/08/2022 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 03/21/2022 | 03/24/2022 | 21.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3400266
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionGypsum
Employees9
Days/Week6.0
Hours/Shift9.0
Coordinates36.0558330, -98.4766670
Nearest TownSouthard
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Southard Mine And Plant have?
Southard Mine And Plant has 219 MSHA violations on record, of which 52 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $42K.
What type of mine is Southard Mine And Plant?
Southard Mine And Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Southard, Blaine County, OK. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Southard Mine And Plant?
According to MSHA records, Southard Mine And Plant has 65 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Southard Mine And Plant?
Southard Mine And Plant is operated by United States Gypsum Company and controlled by USG Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 3400266.