Key Takeaway

DONOVAN PIT is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sparks, Washoe County, NV. It has 36 violations on record (5 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by R T Donovan Company Inc.

DONOVAN PIT

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: R T Donovan Company Inc

Controller: Lynda M Donovan

Location: Sparks, Washoe County, NV

36
Violations
5
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$6K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
07/22/2020 56.4101 Non-S&S LowNegligence $123
10/16/2019 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
10/04/2018 56.11001 Non-S&S HighNegligence $118
08/01/2018 56.4104(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
02/07/2018 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
02/07/2018 56.4101 Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
11/30/2016 56.4130(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $114
08/09/2016 56.14107(a) S&S LowNegligence $114
10/27/2015 56.12014 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
11/27/2012 56.11006 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
11/27/2012 56.14130(i) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/07/2012 56.12032 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
07/06/2011 56.9300(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/18/2010 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/18/2010 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/11/2010 56.4102 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/03/2010 56.12040 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/24/2009 56.12028 S&S HighNegligence $2,000
06/24/2009 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/23/2009 56.12018 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
10/17/2017 DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 4d lost
08/21/2001 OTHER INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
04/08/2025 04/08/2025 14.00 2
02/07/2025 02/09/2025 12.25 1
08/21/2024 08/26/2024 8.00 1
03/25/2024 03/28/2024 23.00 1
05/30/2023 06/01/2023 18.00 1
03/29/2023 03/29/2023 6.75 1
08/09/2022 08/09/2022 6.50 1
04/04/2022 04/05/2022 9.25 1
06/24/2021 06/24/2021 10.75 1
11/02/2020 11/02/2020 6.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2602317
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates39.6775000, -119.6863890
Nearest TownSparks

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does DONOVAN PIT have?

DONOVAN PIT has 36 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.

What type of mine is DONOVAN PIT?

DONOVAN PIT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sparks, Washoe County, NV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at DONOVAN PIT?

According to MSHA records, DONOVAN PIT has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates DONOVAN PIT?

DONOVAN PIT is operated by R T Donovan Company Inc and controlled by Lynda M Donovan. MSHA Mine ID: 2602317.