Key Takeaway
Z&T Ranch Sand Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Mentone TX, Loving County, TX. It has 174 violations on record (32 S&S) and $65K in proposed penalties. Operated by Independence TX LLC.
Z&T Ranch Sand Plant
Operator: Independence TX LLC
Controller: Angel I Durrett; David J Durrett
Location: Mentone TX, Loving County, TX
Employees: 35
Recent Violations
View all 174 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/25/2025 | 56.9315 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 08/25/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 03/10/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 03/10/2025 | 56.9100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $280 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12004 | S&S | LowNegligence | $626 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $189 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $280 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 03/27/2024 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 03/27/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/27/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/27/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/27/2024 | 46.7 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/07/2024 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/08/2024 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 21d restricted |
| 08/03/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/01/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/14/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 26 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 02/20/2026 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 08/25/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/25/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 02/07/2025 | 02/16/2025 | 60.50 | 1 |
| 08/20/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 04/16/2024 | 04/16/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 03/26/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 46.00 | 2 |
| 06/26/2023 | 07/10/2023 | 69.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2023 | 03/29/2023 | 66.50 | 2 |
| 10/05/2022 | 10/05/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Z&T Ranch Sand Plant have?
Z&T Ranch Sand Plant has 174 MSHA violations on record, of which 32 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $65K.
What type of mine is Z&T Ranch Sand Plant?
Z&T Ranch Sand Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Mentone TX, Loving County, TX. It currently has 35 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Z&T Ranch Sand Plant?
According to MSHA records, Z&T Ranch Sand Plant has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Z&T Ranch Sand Plant?
Z&T Ranch Sand Plant is operated by Independence TX LLC and controlled by Angel I Durrett; David J Durrett. MSHA Mine ID: 4105532.