Crusher #1
Intermittent
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Mike Austfjord & Sons Inc
Controller: Warren Austfjord
Location: Cavalier, Cavalier County, ND
Employees: 2
181
Violations
35
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$23K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 181 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2025 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $357 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/15/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/27/2024 | 56.11003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/17/2023 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 05/10/2022 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/15/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $139 |
| 01/15/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 07/14/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/14/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/14/2020 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/16/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $123 |
| 01/16/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $121 |
Inspections
View all 81 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2024 | 10/31/2024 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 06/26/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 07/17/2023 | 07/20/2023 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 05/10/2022 | 05/10/2022 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/19/2021 | 02/19/2021 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 11/18/2020 | 11/18/2020 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 11/17/2020 | 11/19/2020 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 07/13/2020 | 07/19/2020 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 12/17/2019 | 12/27/2019 | 9.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3200133
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees2
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates48.4669440, -97.8802780
Nearest TownCavalier
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Crusher #1 have?
Crusher #1 has 181 MSHA violations on record, of which 35 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $23K.
What type of mine is Crusher #1?
Crusher #1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cavalier, Cavalier County, ND. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Crusher #1?
According to MSHA records, Crusher #1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Crusher #1?
Crusher #1 is operated by Mike Austfjord & Sons Inc and controlled by Warren Austfjord. MSHA Mine ID: 3200133.