Key Takeaway
Black Spring Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cuba, Sandoval County, NM. It has 223 violations on record (58 S&S) and $59K in proposed penalties. Operated by Menefee Mining Corp.
Black Spring Mine
Operator: Menefee Mining Corp
Controller: Humic Growth Solutions LLC dba HGS BioScience
Location: Cuba, Sandoval County, NM
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 223 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 02/19/2025 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,011 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.14115 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 02/14/2024 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/14/2024 | 56.14211(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 02/14/2024 | 56.4100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/14/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/14/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 09/13/2019 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/18/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/15/2014 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 7d restricted |
| 04/07/2010 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/31/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
Inspections
View all 96 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 27.25 | 1 |
| 08/07/2024 | 08/19/2024 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/14/2024 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 08/21/2023 | 08/21/2023 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/06/2023 | 03/09/2023 | 39.50 | 1 |
| 07/07/2022 | 08/02/2022 | 29.25 | 1 |
| 03/09/2022 | 03/10/2022 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 09/28/2021 | 09/28/2021 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/07/2021 | 09/10/2021 | 30.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Black Spring Mine have?
Black Spring Mine has 223 MSHA violations on record, of which 58 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $59K.
What type of mine is Black Spring Mine?
Black Spring Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cuba, Sandoval County, NM. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Black Spring Mine?
According to MSHA records, Black Spring Mine has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Black Spring Mine?
Black Spring Mine is operated by Menefee Mining Corp and controlled by Humic Growth Solutions LLC dba HGS BioScience. MSHA Mine ID: 2902107.