Key Takeaway
Sparta, WI Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sparta, Monroe County, WI. It has 41 violations on record (9 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by U.S.Silica Energy Company.
Sparta, WI Plant
Operator: U.S.Silica Energy Company
Controller: USS Holdings Inc
Location: Sparta, Monroe County, WI
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 41 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2026 | 56.4501 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 05/20/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/17/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/17/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/16/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 08/03/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/17/2021 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 02/17/2021 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 06/18/2019 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/18/2019 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/13/2019 | 56.16007(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 03/13/2018 | 56.14105 | S&S | LowNegligence | $502 |
| 05/16/2017 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 05/16/2017 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 12/21/2016 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 12/20/2016 | 56.15006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 04/26/2016 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/15/2015 | 56.12068 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/20/2015 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 19 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2025 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/08/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/08/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 21d restricted |
| 06/26/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 05/04/2018 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 83d restricted |
| 03/13/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 01/31/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 24d restricted |
| 12/31/2017 | ELECTRICAL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/14/2017 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/03/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 38 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/12/2026 | 40.25 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/22/2025 | 31.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 08/27/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 50.25 | 1 |
| 01/16/2024 | 01/23/2024 | 40.50 | 1 |
| 08/22/2023 | 08/22/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 08/16/2023 | 08/23/2023 | 44.75 | 1 |
| 03/20/2023 | 03/22/2023 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 08/09/2022 | 08/10/2022 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 08/01/2022 | 08/09/2022 | 38.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sparta, WI Plant have?
Sparta, WI Plant has 41 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is Sparta, WI Plant?
Sparta, WI Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sparta, Monroe County, WI. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sparta, WI Plant?
According to MSHA records, Sparta, WI Plant has 19 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sparta, WI Plant?
Sparta, WI Plant is operated by U.S.Silica Energy Company and controlled by USS Holdings Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4703644.