Key Takeaway
West Point Plant #2 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Big Spring, Howard County, TX. It has 46 violations on record (19 S&S) and $44K in proposed penalties. Operated by West Point Silica, LLC.
West Point Plant #2
Operator: West Point Silica, LLC
Controller: Wes Hughes; Sterling Miller
Location: Big Spring, Howard County, TX
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 46 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/24/2025 | 56.18002(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
| 04/23/2025 | 47.44(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.11003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.4230 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14103(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
Inspections
View all 10 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 05/13/2025 | 05/15/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 05/01/2025 | 05/05/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/22/2025 | 04/25/2025 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 01/27/2025 | 01/27/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/25/2024 | 11/26/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 10/30/2024 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 10/28/2024 | 10/29/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 09/02/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does West Point Plant #2 have?
West Point Plant #2 has 46 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $44K.
What type of mine is West Point Plant #2?
West Point Plant #2 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Big Spring, Howard County, TX. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at West Point Plant #2?
According to MSHA records, West Point Plant #2 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates West Point Plant #2?
West Point Plant #2 is operated by West Point Silica, LLC and controlled by Wes Hughes; Sterling Miller. MSHA Mine ID: 4105725.