Key Takeaway
Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Philipsburg, Granite County, MT. It has 8 violations on record (1 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by C3 LLC.
Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine
Operator: C3 LLC
Controller: Chris Cooney
Location: Philipsburg, Granite County, MT
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.12028 | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 06/11/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 06/11/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 09/06/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 09/06/2023 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 7 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | 12/30/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 06/10/2024 | 06/12/2024 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 13.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine have?
Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine?
Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Philipsburg, Granite County, MT. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine?
According to MSHA records, Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine?
Anaconda Bench Sapphire Mine is operated by C3 LLC and controlled by Chris Cooney. MSHA Mine ID: 2402767.