Spanish Springs Quarry
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Western Nevada Materials
Controller: Teichert Inc
Location: Sparks, Washoe County, NV
Employees: 14
311
Violations
69
S&S Violations
24
Accidents
$361K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 311 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.16001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,219 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.13015(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 06/12/2025 | 50.11(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $245 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.17001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,712 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 24 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 20d lost, 58d restricted |
| 03/31/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 39d restricted |
| 09/28/2022 | OTHER | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 09/26/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 21d restricted |
| 08/27/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 04/21/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 04/16/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/23/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 24d lost, 10d restricted |
| 02/18/2008 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/15/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 89 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | 01/28/2026 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/08/2026 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 09/16/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 08/25/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 07/07/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 06/17/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 06/12/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/20/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 02/06/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/27/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 36.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2600803
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees14
Days/Week2.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates39.6855560, -119.7188890
Nearest TownSparks
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Spanish Springs Quarry have?
Spanish Springs Quarry has 311 MSHA violations on record, of which 69 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $361K.
What type of mine is Spanish Springs Quarry?
Spanish Springs Quarry is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sparks, Washoe County, NV. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Spanish Springs Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Spanish Springs Quarry has 24 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Spanish Springs Quarry?
Spanish Springs Quarry is operated by Western Nevada Materials and controlled by Teichert Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2600803.