Valley Sand and Gravel
Intermittent
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Valley Sand & Gravel
Controller: Chad Van Zee
Location: Rock Valley, Sioux County, IA
Employees: 13
157
Violations
36
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$29K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 157 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/19/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.11017 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 05/04/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.14112(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.15003 | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/03/2022 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
Inspections
View all 44 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 06/27/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 05/23/2022 | 05/24/2022 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 05/03/2022 | 05/06/2022 | 41.75 | 1 |
| 10/27/2020 | 10/27/2020 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 09/30/2020 | 09/30/2020 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 03/31/2020 | 04/01/2020 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 04/17/2019 | 04/17/2019 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 04/10/2019 | 04/11/2019 | 27.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1300750
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees13
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift11.0
Coordinates43.2052780, -96.2950000
Nearest TownRock Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Valley Sand and Gravel have?
Valley Sand and Gravel has 157 MSHA violations on record, of which 36 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $29K.
What type of mine is Valley Sand and Gravel?
Valley Sand and Gravel is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Rock Valley, Sioux County, IA. It currently has 13 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Valley Sand and Gravel?
According to MSHA records, Valley Sand and Gravel has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Valley Sand and Gravel?
Valley Sand and Gravel is operated by Valley Sand & Gravel and controlled by Chad Van Zee. MSHA Mine ID: 1300750.