Dobias Pit #1
Intermittent
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Blue Butte Aggregates LLC
Controller: Andy Brown
Location: CARTWRIGHT, Mckenzie County, ND
Employees: 4
159
Violations
44
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$89K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 159 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2025 | 46.11(b)(5) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,184 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.12008 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,936 |
| 03/19/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 05/16/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,395 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $935 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,103 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $3,103 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $935 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,103 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 05/15/2024 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $935 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2016 | POWERED HAULAGE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/14/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 47d lost |
Inspections
View all 39 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/25/2025 | 03/25/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/24/2025 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2024 | 06/05/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/23/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2024 | 05/17/2024 | 30.75 | 1 |
| 01/17/2024 | 01/17/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/04/2024 | 01/04/2024 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 12/27/2023 | 01/02/2024 | 32.75 | 1 |
| 08/08/2023 | 08/10/2023 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 08/01/2023 | 08/02/2023 | 24.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3200924
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees4
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates47.9486110, -103.9091670
Nearest TownCARTWRIGHT
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Dobias Pit #1 have?
Dobias Pit #1 has 159 MSHA violations on record, of which 44 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $89K.
What type of mine is Dobias Pit #1?
Dobias Pit #1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in CARTWRIGHT, Mckenzie County, ND. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Dobias Pit #1?
According to MSHA records, Dobias Pit #1 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Dobias Pit #1?
Dobias Pit #1 is operated by Blue Butte Aggregates LLC and controlled by Andy Brown. MSHA Mine ID: 3200924.