Key Takeaway
Vest Plant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kermit, Winkler County, TX. It has 318 violations on record (72 S&S) and $303K in proposed penalties. Operated by Iron Oak Permian LLC.
Vest Plant
Operator: Iron Oak Permian LLC
Controller: Iron Oak Energy Solutions LLC
Location: Kermit, Winkler County, TX
Employees: 100
Recent Violations
View all 318 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/19/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/19/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 11/18/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/18/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/18/2025 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.12068 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 56.14105 | S&S | LowNegligence | $697 |
| 08/21/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $642 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $642 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,184 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/03/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 2d restricted |
| 08/27/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 99d lost |
| 06/01/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 04/19/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/08/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/06/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 11/10/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 06/15/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/29/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 36d restricted |
Inspections
View all 59 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2025 | 11/21/2025 | 103.75 | 2 |
| 08/18/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 96.50 | 2 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 02/17/2025 | 02/23/2025 | 55.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2025 | 01/30/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 04/22/2024 | 04/27/2024 | 114.00 | 2 |
| 01/25/2024 | 01/29/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 12/15/2023 | 88.75 | 2 |
| 12/11/2023 | 12/15/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/09/2023 | 08/15/2023 | 75.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Vest Plant have?
Vest Plant has 318 MSHA violations on record, of which 72 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $303K.
What type of mine is Vest Plant?
Vest Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Kermit, Winkler County, TX. It currently has 100 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Vest Plant?
According to MSHA records, Vest Plant has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Vest Plant?
Vest Plant is operated by Iron Oak Permian LLC and controlled by Iron Oak Energy Solutions LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4105326.