Key Takeaway
Elk River South Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It has 51 violations on record (8 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Barton Sand & Gravel Co.
Elk River South Pit
Operator: Barton Sand & Gravel Co
Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Location: Elk River, Sherburne County, MN
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 51 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 05/21/2019 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/21/2019 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/21/2019 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/21/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/21/2019 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 08/02/2018 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 10/05/2017 | 56.13017 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 10/03/2017 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/03/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $356 |
| 07/06/2017 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 07/06/2017 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $160 |
| 07/06/2017 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 05/03/2017 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 07/06/2016 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 06/26/2013 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/26/2013 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/26/2013 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/06/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/06/2010 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2022 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 03/28/2017 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/17/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 219d lost |
| 03/07/2008 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/29/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 32d restricted |
| 02/22/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 20d lost, 15d restricted |
| 03/15/2001 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 05/05/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/04/2023 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 11/03/2022 | 11/03/2022 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 10/05/2021 | 10/06/2021 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 05/24/2021 | 05/25/2021 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 03/03/2020 | 03/04/2020 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 05/20/2019 | 05/23/2019 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2018 | 08/07/2018 | 14.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Elk River South Pit have?
Elk River South Pit has 51 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Elk River South Pit?
Elk River South Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Elk River, Sherburne County, MN. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Elk River South Pit?
According to MSHA records, Elk River South Pit has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Elk River South Pit?
Elk River South Pit is operated by Barton Sand & Gravel Co and controlled by Martin Marietta Materials Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2101218.