Key Takeaway
Backus Sand & Gravel is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Pierce, Pierce County, NE. It has 80 violations on record (29 S&S) and $32K in proposed penalties. Operated by Backus Sand & Gravel.
Backus Sand & Gravel
Operator: Backus Sand & Gravel
Controller: Alice Jean Backhaus
Location: Pierce, Pierce County, NE
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 80 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2025 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 10/17/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $407 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/04/2022 | 46.7(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $378 |
| 05/04/2022 | 56.15006 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,253 |
| 05/04/2022 | 56.15005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,790 |
| 05/04/2022 | Non-S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 60d lost |
Inspections
View all 51 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 04/09/2025 | 04/10/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 05/28/2024 | 05/31/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 05/20/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 07/17/2023 | 07/17/2023 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/29/2023 | 37.25 | 1 |
| 05/05/2022 | 05/17/2022 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 05/05/2022 | 05/19/2022 | 38.75 | 1 |
| 11/02/2021 | 11/02/2021 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 09/14/2021 | 09/14/2021 | 10.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Backus Sand & Gravel have?
Backus Sand & Gravel has 80 MSHA violations on record, of which 29 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $32K.
What type of mine is Backus Sand & Gravel?
Backus Sand & Gravel is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Pierce, Pierce County, NE. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Backus Sand & Gravel?
According to MSHA records, Backus Sand & Gravel has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Backus Sand & Gravel?
Backus Sand & Gravel is operated by Backus Sand & Gravel and controlled by Alice Jean Backhaus. MSHA Mine ID: 2501021.