Key Takeaway
East Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It has 12 violations on record (3 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Plaisted Companies Inc.
East Pit
Operator: Plaisted Companies Inc
Controller: Todd R Plaisted
Location: Elk River, Sherburne County, MN
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 12 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 11/20/2024 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/18/2024 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/18/2024 | 46.9(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/06/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 09/06/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/27/2021 | 56.14100(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 10/26/2021 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/25/2021 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/25/2021 | 56.14131(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 10/21/2021 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/21/2021 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/20/2022 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 13 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 11/20/2024 | 11/20/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 06/18/2024 | 06/19/2024 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 09/06/2023 | 09/11/2023 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 03/01/2023 | 03/01/2023 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 11/16/2022 | 11/16/2022 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 09/14/2022 | 09/14/2022 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 11/23/2021 | 11/23/2021 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/25/2021 | 10/26/2021 | 2.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does East Pit have?
East Pit has 12 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is East Pit?
East Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at East Pit?
According to MSHA records, East Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates East Pit?
East Pit is operated by Plaisted Companies Inc and controlled by Todd R Plaisted. MSHA Mine ID: 2103986.