Key Takeaway
Sugarcreek Operations is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sugarcreek, Tuscarawas County, OH. It has 77 violations on record (18 S&S) and $25K in proposed penalties. Operated by The Belden Brick Company.
Sugarcreek Operations
Operator: The Belden Brick Company
Controller: Robert Belden
Location: Sugarcreek, Tuscarawas County, OH
Employees: 27
Recent Violations
View all 77 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/01/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/02/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/02/2023 | 46.4(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/21/2022 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/19/2022 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/23/2022 | 56.3131 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,156 |
| 06/22/2022 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,156 |
| 06/21/2022 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/21/2022 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,358 |
| 06/21/2022 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/21/2022 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $407 |
| 02/15/2022 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $518 |
| 02/15/2022 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/15/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/15/2022 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/15/2022 | 56.4100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $234 |
| 02/14/2022 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/07/2021 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/19/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 104d lost |
| 10/03/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 12/06/2018 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/27/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 73d lost, 10d restricted |
| 03/29/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/26/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 111d lost, 46d restricted |
| 10/07/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/28/2009 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 02/02/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/02/2008 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 68 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | 01/12/2026 | 45.00 | 2 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 06/25/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 01/17/2025 | 03/27/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 04/30/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 02/01/2024 | 02/02/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 04/27/2023 | 05/03/2023 | 31.25 | 1 |
| 12/19/2022 | 12/22/2022 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 06/21/2022 | 06/23/2022 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 02/14/2022 | 02/16/2022 | 38.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sugarcreek Operations have?
Sugarcreek Operations has 77 MSHA violations on record, of which 18 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is Sugarcreek Operations?
Sugarcreek Operations is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sugarcreek, Tuscarawas County, OH. It currently has 27 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sugarcreek Operations?
According to MSHA records, Sugarcreek Operations has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sugarcreek Operations?
Sugarcreek Operations is operated by The Belden Brick Company and controlled by Robert Belden. MSHA Mine ID: 3300528.