Key Takeaway
Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Middletown, Butler County, OH. It has 97 violations on record (21 S&S) and $12K in proposed penalties. Operated by Watson Gravel, Inc..
Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant)
Operator: Watson Gravel, Inc.
Controller: Ronald E Watson
Location: Middletown, Butler County, OH
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 97 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/03/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/10/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/08/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/08/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/12/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/30/2023 | 56.20011 | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 02/01/2023 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/16/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $133 |
| 04/16/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 12/18/2019 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 06/19/2019 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/11/2019 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/11/2019 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/11/2019 | 57.16006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 05/23/2018 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 05/22/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/22/2018 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 12/27/2017 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 12/27/2017 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/07/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 03/28/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 64d restricted |
| 03/13/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/01/2004 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 71d lost |
| 11/28/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 09/27/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/22/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
Inspections
View all 63 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 09/24/2025 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 05/29/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 28.00 | 2 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/12/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 08/07/2024 | 08/09/2024 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 12/12/2023 | 12/15/2023 | 31.00 | 1 |
| 05/30/2023 | 05/31/2023 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 02/01/2023 | 02/02/2023 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 08/02/2022 | 08/08/2022 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 03/01/2022 | 03/03/2022 | 25.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) have?
Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) has 97 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12K.
What type of mine is Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant)?
Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Middletown, Butler County, OH. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant)?
According to MSHA records, Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant)?
Watson Gravel Inc. (Middletown Plant) is operated by Watson Gravel, Inc. and controlled by Ronald E Watson. MSHA Mine ID: 3301560.