Key Takeaway
Blue Chip Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Silver Creek, Merrick County, NE. It has 38 violations on record (7 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Overland Sand & Gravel Company.
Blue Chip Pit
Operator: Overland Sand & Gravel Company
Controller: Nebco Inc
Location: Silver Creek, Merrick County, NE
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 38 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/29/2024 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/28/2023 | 56.9300 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/28/2023 | 56.11004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/28/2023 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 12/21/2022 | 56.4104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/18/2022 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 56.14209(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/07/2022 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/21/2020 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $171 |
| 04/21/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/21/2020 | 46.7(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 04/21/2020 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/15/2019 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $372 |
| 08/15/2019 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
| 11/12/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 159d lost |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 24.75 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 04/04/2025 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 09/25/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 05/29/2024 | 05/31/2024 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 01/16/2024 | 01/18/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 12/20/2022 | 12/21/2022 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 05/18/2022 | 05/18/2022 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 02/07/2022 | 02/07/2022 | 14.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blue Chip Pit have?
Blue Chip Pit has 38 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Blue Chip Pit?
Blue Chip Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Silver Creek, Merrick County, NE. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blue Chip Pit?
According to MSHA records, Blue Chip Pit has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blue Chip Pit?
Blue Chip Pit is operated by Overland Sand & Gravel Company and controlled by Nebco Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2501057.