Key Takeaway

BFB & Ballard Mines is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Soda Springs, Caribou County, ID. It has 26 violations on record (2 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ruveon LLC.

BFB & Ballard Mines

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Ruveon LLC

Controller: Bayer AG

Location: Soda Springs, Caribou County, ID

Employees: 19

26
Violations
2
S&S Violations
3
Accidents
$3K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
02/25/2026 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
02/05/2019 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
01/24/2018 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
01/23/2018 56.11001 S&S ModNegligence $118
01/23/2018 56.12004 Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
08/09/2017 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $116
08/08/2017 56.12004 S&S ModNegligence $305
08/17/2016 56.12068 Non-S&S ModNegligence $114
08/16/2016 56.12025 Non-S&S ModNegligence $114
01/20/2016 56.12068 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/22/2014 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
04/03/2013 50.10(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
04/03/2013 56.20010 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/12/2013 56.14207 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/24/2011 56.12032 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/24/2011 56.4101 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/24/2011 56.12032 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/24/2011 56.4130(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
02/09/2011 56.4501 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/25/2010 56.12004 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
06/20/2019 OTHER DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 93d restricted
03/29/2013 IMPOUNDMENT ACCIDENT ONLY None
03/28/2013 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/23/2026 10.50 1
02/23/2026 29.50 1
08/07/2025 08/08/2025 10.00 1
07/29/2025 07/29/2025 16.00 1
02/18/2025 02/20/2025 15.50 1
12/09/2024 12/12/2024 19.50 1
09/09/2024 09/12/2024 15.75 1
08/06/2024 08/06/2024 6.00 1
02/22/2024 02/22/2024 10.50 1
11/07/2023 11/10/2023 11.75 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1001854
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPhosphate Rock
Employees19
Days/Week4.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates42.8266670, -111.5055560
Nearest TownSoda Springs

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does BFB & Ballard Mines have?

BFB & Ballard Mines has 26 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.

What type of mine is BFB & Ballard Mines?

BFB & Ballard Mines is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Soda Springs, Caribou County, ID. It currently has 19 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at BFB & Ballard Mines?

According to MSHA records, BFB & Ballard Mines has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates BFB & Ballard Mines?

BFB & Ballard Mines is operated by Ruveon LLC and controlled by Bayer AG. MSHA Mine ID: 1001854.