Key Takeaway
Cactus Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM. It has 37 violations on record (6 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by J & H Services Inc.
Cactus Pit
Operator: J & H Services Inc
Controller: Jim S Mitchell
Location: Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 37 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.14112(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,219 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.4104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/18/2025 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14112(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/27/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | 10/27/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 09/18/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 11/13/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 09/27/2024 | 10/02/2024 | 31.75 | 2 |
| 01/25/2024 | 01/29/2024 | 12.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cactus Pit have?
Cactus Pit has 37 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Cactus Pit?
Cactus Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cactus Pit?
According to MSHA records, Cactus Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cactus Pit?
Cactus Pit is operated by J & H Services Inc and controlled by Jim S Mitchell. MSHA Mine ID: 2902552.