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

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: C3 LLC

Controller: Chris Cooney

Location: Philipsburg, Granite County, MT

Employees: 3

8
Violations
1
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$1K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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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

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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

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2402767
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionSapphire
Employees3
Days/Week4.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates46.2477780, -113.5919440
Nearest TownPhilipsburg

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.