Key Takeaway

Balke Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Gallatin County, MT. It has 14 violations on record (2 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Figgins Sand & Gravel Inc.

Balke Pit

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Figgins Sand & Gravel Inc

Controller: Willie J Figgins

Location: Gallatin County, MT

14
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$1K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
06/13/2002 62.130(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.14109 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.20011 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.14109 Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.20011 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
06/12/2002 56.14109 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
03/26/2002 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
03/26/2002 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
10/25/2000 56.12034 Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
10/25/2000 56.14132(b)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
10/25/2000 56.11002 S&S ModNegligence $173
10/25/2000 56.11002 S&S ModNegligence $173
10/25/2000 56.14132(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/17/2002 10/17/2002 3.00 1
10/09/2002 10/09/2002 8.00 1
07/11/2002 07/11/2002 6.00 1
06/12/2002 06/14/2002 20.00 1
03/26/2002 03/27/2002 10.00 1
11/21/2000 11/21/2000 8.00 1
10/25/2000 10/26/2000 21.00 1
06/06/2000 06/06/2000 7.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2400959
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week4.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates45.8746890, -111.1436630

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Balke Pit have?

Balke Pit has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.

What type of mine is Balke Pit?

Balke Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Gallatin County, MT. It currently has employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Balke Pit?

According to MSHA records, Balke Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Balke Pit?

Balke Pit is operated by Figgins Sand & Gravel Inc and controlled by Willie J Figgins. MSHA Mine ID: 2400959.