Key Takeaway
Blue Moon Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbia Falls, Flathead County, MT. It has 59 violations on record (13 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hamilton Sand & Gravel LLC.
Blue Moon Pit
Operator: Hamilton Sand & Gravel LLC
Controller: Howard D Hamilton
Location: Columbia Falls, Flathead County, MT
Recent Violations
View all 59 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2019 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/21/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 08/16/2018 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 10/20/2015 | 56.12030 | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/20/2015 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/20/2015 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/29/2015 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/09/2015 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/09/2015 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/09/2015 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/10/2014 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/10/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2013 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/20/2012 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/04/2011 | 56.12002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/14/2007 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/14/2007 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/22/2004 | 56.11003 | S&S | LowNegligence | $135 |
| 12/22/2004 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 12/22/2004 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Inspections
View all 30 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2019 | 05/21/2019 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 08/16/2018 | 08/16/2018 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/12/2016 | 10/12/2016 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 10/20/2015 | 10/20/2015 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 10/20/2015 | 10/20/2015 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 07/27/2015 | 07/28/2015 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 07/07/2015 | 07/07/2015 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 06/29/2015 | 06/29/2015 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 06/09/2015 | 06/09/2015 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 06/08/2015 | 06/09/2015 | 18.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blue Moon Pit have?
Blue Moon Pit has 59 MSHA violations on record, of which 13 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Blue Moon Pit?
Blue Moon Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbia Falls, Flathead County, MT. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blue Moon Pit?
According to MSHA records, Blue Moon Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blue Moon Pit?
Blue Moon Pit is operated by Hamilton Sand & Gravel LLC and controlled by Howard D Hamilton. MSHA Mine ID: 2400500.