Key Takeaway

BUTLER PIT is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Elgin, Bastrop County, TX. It has 17 violations on record (4 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Elgin-Butler Brick Company.

BUTLER PIT

Abandoned Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Elgin-Butler Brick Company

Controller: John R Butler

Location: Elgin, Bastrop County, TX

17
Violations
4
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$2K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
03/22/2017 56.4402 Non-S&S ModNegligence $116
03/22/2017 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $116
03/22/2016 56.4200(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
11/13/2014 56.12028 Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
10/28/2013 56.15001 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/28/2013 56.18002(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/28/2013 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/09/2013 56.4130(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/09/2013 56.18010 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/23/2012 56.20003(a) S&S HighNegligence $243
08/23/2012 56.14130(i) S&S HighNegligence $243
08/23/2012 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/26/2010 56.16005 Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
10/26/2010 56.14107(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
02/27/2007 56.4201(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
02/27/2007 56.12030 S&S ModNegligence $144
02/13/2006 56.14100(b) S&S ModNegligence $72

Accidents & Injuries

View all 1 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
07/13/2015 MACHINERY DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 6d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
07/23/2018 07/23/2018 6.50 1
03/22/2017 03/23/2017 32.00 2
03/22/2016 03/22/2016 4.25 1
12/08/2014 12/08/2014 3.00 1
11/13/2014 11/14/2014 9.00 1
10/28/2013 10/29/2013 22.25 1
08/26/2013 08/26/2013 7.00 1
08/07/2013 08/09/2013 12.00 1
08/23/2012 08/24/2012 6.00 1
10/26/2010 10/26/2010 8.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4100265
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Clays NEC
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates30.3208330, -97.2891670
Nearest TownElgin

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does BUTLER PIT have?

BUTLER PIT has 17 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.

What type of mine is BUTLER PIT?

BUTLER PIT is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Elgin, Bastrop County, TX. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at BUTLER PIT?

According to MSHA records, BUTLER PIT has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates BUTLER PIT?

BUTLER PIT is operated by Elgin-Butler Brick Company and controlled by John R Butler. MSHA Mine ID: 4100265.