Key Takeaway
Sperry Mine is a active underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sperry, Des Moines County, IA. It has 687 violations on record (118 S&S) and $179K in proposed penalties. Operated by United States Gypsum Company.
Sperry Mine
Operator: United States Gypsum Company
Controller: USG Corporation
Location: Sperry, Des Moines County, IA
Employees: 60
Recent Violations
View all 687 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.4360(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 57.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 57.4104(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 11/03/2025 | 57.4460(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/22/2025 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 08/21/2025 | 57.4602 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 08/21/2025 | 57.4460(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 50.10(d) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $7,555 |
| 04/22/2025 | 57.4100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 57.8532 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $959 |
| 02/25/2025 | 57.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 72 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/08/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/21/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/26/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/04/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/18/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/02/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/04/2021 | ALL OTHER OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 9d lost |
| 09/28/2021 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/07/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 167 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 73.25 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 11/14/2025 | 77.50 | 1 |
| 08/18/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 81.00 | 2 |
| 04/21/2025 | 04/25/2025 | 91.75 | 2 |
| 02/24/2025 | 03/10/2025 | 93.50 | 2 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/27/2024 | 95.50 | 2 |
| 07/31/2024 | 08/05/2024 | 24.75 | 1 |
| 07/09/2024 | 07/25/2024 | 146.75 | 2 |
| 04/29/2024 | 04/30/2024 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 04/15/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 80.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sperry Mine have?
Sperry Mine has 687 MSHA violations on record, of which 118 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $179K.
What type of mine is Sperry Mine?
Sperry Mine is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sperry, Des Moines County, IA. It currently has 60 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sperry Mine?
According to MSHA records, Sperry Mine has 72 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sperry Mine?
Sperry Mine is operated by United States Gypsum Company and controlled by USG Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1300434.