Key Takeaway
Buffalo Sands is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Hazen, Mercer County, ND. It has 85 violations on record (25 S&S) and $65K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ramsey Hill Exploration.
Buffalo Sands
Operator: Ramsey Hill Exploration
Controller: Chris M Kusilek; Dianna J Kusilek
Location: Hazen, Mercer County, ND
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 85 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.16001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12014 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12013(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 09/08/2025 | 56.20001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,448 |
| 09/08/2025 | 50.10(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $7,555 |
| 09/08/2025 | 50.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/09/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 07/17/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 61d lost |
Inspections
View all 14 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 02/06/2026 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 01/27/2026 | 01/30/2026 | 58.25 | 2 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/10/2025 | 40.75 | 2 |
| 10/22/2024 | 10/23/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2024 | 10/11/2024 | 80.00 | 2 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/31/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 12/12/2023 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 07/28/2023 | 07/31/2023 | 15.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Buffalo Sands have?
Buffalo Sands has 85 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $65K.
What type of mine is Buffalo Sands?
Buffalo Sands is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Hazen, Mercer County, ND. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Buffalo Sands?
According to MSHA records, Buffalo Sands has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Buffalo Sands?
Buffalo Sands is operated by Ramsey Hill Exploration and controlled by Chris M Kusilek; Dianna J Kusilek. MSHA Mine ID: 3201082.