Key Takeaway
Bonito Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM. It has 106 violations on record (26 S&S) and $80K in proposed penalties. Operated by Black Rock Services LLC.
Bonito Pit
Operator: Black Rock Services LLC
Controller: Dale Armstrong
Location: Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 106 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2025 | 50.20-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/30/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/30/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 56.16007(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 02/24/2025 | 56.16007(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 10/21/2024 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | S&S | HighNegligence | $15,765 |
| 04/24/2024 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $797 |
| 04/23/2024 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 04/23/2024 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 11/02/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/01/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 11/01/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 1d restricted |
| 05/22/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 05/07/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 11/16/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/21/2021 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 07/14/2021 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/08/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/15/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 03/24/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
Inspections
View all 34 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 29.75 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/24/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 34.50 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 10/21/2024 | 10/21/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/26/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2024 | 07/11/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2024 | 05/13/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bonito Pit have?
Bonito Pit has 106 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $80K.
What type of mine is Bonito Pit?
Bonito Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bonito Pit?
According to MSHA records, Bonito Pit has 9 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bonito Pit?
Bonito Pit is operated by Black Rock Services LLC and controlled by Dale Armstrong. MSHA Mine ID: 2902450.