Key Takeaway
Benson's Pit is a temporarily idled surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in POTSDAM, St Lawrence County, NY. It has 15 violations on record (1 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Town Of Potsdam.
Benson's Pit
Operator: Town Of Potsdam
Controller: Town Of Potsdam-NY
Location: POTSDAM, St Lawrence County, NY
Recent Violations
View all 15 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2016 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $112 |
| 07/10/2013 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/09/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/15/2012 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/15/2011 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2011 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/11/2010 | 46.9(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/01/2009 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/01/2009 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $112 |
| 09/01/2009 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/17/2005 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/05/2004 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/05/2004 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/18/2002 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/01/2000 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 27 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2022 | 05/10/2022 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 07/28/2021 | 07/29/2021 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/19/2019 | 08/19/2019 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 09/11/2018 | 09/12/2018 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 08/09/2017 | 08/09/2017 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 05/31/2017 | 05/31/2017 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 05/03/2016 | 05/04/2016 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 11/05/2015 | 11/05/2015 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 07/16/2015 | 07/16/2015 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2014 | 07/31/2014 | 3.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Benson's Pit have?
Benson's Pit has 15 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 Benson's Pit?
Benson's Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in POTSDAM, St Lawrence County, NY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Benson's Pit?
According to MSHA records, Benson's Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Benson's Pit?
Benson's Pit is operated by Town Of Potsdam and controlled by Town Of Potsdam-NY. MSHA Mine ID: 3003297.