Key Takeaway
WASTA SAND PLANT is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wasta, Pennington County, SD. It has 34 violations on record (10 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pete Lien & Sons Inc/Sand & Gravel Division.
WASTA SAND PLANT
Operator: Pete Lien & Sons Inc/Sand & Gravel Division
Controller: Pete Lien & Sons Inc
Location: Wasta, Pennington County, SD
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 34 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/20/2021 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/14/2020 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 01/14/2020 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/04/2018 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/04/2018 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/03/2018 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/18/2018 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/16/2018 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 12/12/2013 | 56.12028 | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/12/2013 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/01/2011 | 56.15004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/01/2011 | 56.14211(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $162 |
| 07/12/2011 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $900 |
| 07/12/2011 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/12/2011 | 56.15020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/21/2010 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/21/2010 | 56.15014 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/30/2008 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2006 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 03/21/2025 | 03/24/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 09/07/2023 | 09/07/2023 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 11/22/2021 | 11/22/2021 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 07/19/2021 | 07/21/2021 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 12/16/2020 | 12/16/2020 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 10/01/2020 | 10/01/2020 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/14/2020 | 01/15/2020 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 12/03/2018 | 12/04/2018 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 01/17/2018 | 01/19/2018 | 24.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WASTA SAND PLANT have?
WASTA SAND PLANT has 34 MSHA violations on record, of which 10 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is WASTA SAND PLANT?
WASTA SAND PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wasta, Pennington County, SD. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WASTA SAND PLANT?
According to MSHA records, WASTA SAND PLANT has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates WASTA SAND PLANT?
WASTA SAND PLANT is operated by Pete Lien & Sons Inc/Sand & Gravel Division and controlled by Pete Lien & Sons Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 3900213.