Key Takeaway
Finch Pit is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Hagerman, Chaves County, NM. It has 32 violations on record (2 S&S) and $13K in proposed penalties. Operated by J & H Services Inc.
Finch Pit
Operator: J & H Services Inc
Controller: Jim S Mitchell
Location: Hagerman, Chaves County, NM
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 32 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/12/2026 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,152 |
| 01/12/2026 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,448 |
| 01/12/2026 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/17/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/03/2025 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 | |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 09/03/2025 | 46.4(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 08/13/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/13/2025 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/13/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $313 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 46.7 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 12/15/2025 | 01/13/2026 | 64.50 | 1 |
| 08/12/2025 | 09/11/2025 | 92.25 | 2 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 07/16/2024 | 07/17/2024 | 27.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Finch Pit have?
Finch Pit has 32 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Finch Pit?
Finch Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Hagerman, Chaves County, NM. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Finch Pit?
According to MSHA records, Finch Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Finch Pit?
Finch Pit is operated by J & H Services Inc and controlled by Jim S Mitchell. MSHA Mine ID: 2902554.