Sweetwater Mine/Mill
Active
Underground
Metal
Operator: The Doe Run Company
Controller: Renco Group
Location: Reynolds, Reynolds County, MO
Employees: 157
1,872
Violations
498
S&S Violations
164
Accidents
$1.2M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,872 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 57.6160(b)(2)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 57.12041 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/13/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/13/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.4104(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/10/2025 | 57.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 12/10/2025 | 57.6306(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 164 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/05/2026 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/13/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/19/2025 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 05/19/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 23d restricted |
| 04/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 03/27/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 41d restricted |
| 03/26/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/13/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 32d restricted |
| 02/20/2025 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
Inspections
View all 272 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 148.75 | 4 |
| 11/03/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 169.50 | 3 |
| 08/11/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 229.00 | 3 |
| 07/28/2025 | 07/28/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 20.00 | 2 |
| 05/16/2025 | 05/16/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 04/14/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 177.50 | 4 |
| 04/03/2025 | 04/07/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2300458
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionLead-Zinc Ore
Employees157
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates37.4008330, -91.0736110
Nearest TownReynolds
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sweetwater Mine/Mill have?
Sweetwater Mine/Mill has 1872 MSHA violations on record, of which 498 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.2M.
What type of mine is Sweetwater Mine/Mill?
Sweetwater Mine/Mill is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Reynolds, Reynolds County, MO. It currently has 157 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sweetwater Mine/Mill?
According to MSHA records, Sweetwater Mine/Mill has 164 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sweetwater Mine/Mill?
Sweetwater Mine/Mill is operated by The Doe Run Company and controlled by Renco Group. MSHA Mine ID: 2300458.