Key Takeaway

Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Lee Vining, Mono County, CA. It has 19 violations on record (2 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by United States Pumice Company.

Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine)

Abandoned Surface Nonmetal

Operator: United States Pumice Company

Controller: Elizabeth Anderson

Location: Lee Vining, Mono County, CA

19
Violations
2
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$1K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/29/2018 48.29(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
01/24/2011 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
02/09/2009 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/04/2008 56.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
09/08/2005 56.12023 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
11/16/2004 56.4230(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
11/16/2004 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
05/22/2003 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
01/28/2003 56.14107(a) S&S ModNegligence $150
01/28/2003 56.14132(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14130(c)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14130(c)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14130(c)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
08/21/2001 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
09/06/2000 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/06/2000 56.14100(b) S&S ModNegligence $131

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
06/17/2021 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 23d lost
05/27/2021 MACHINERY NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
08/26/2020 08/26/2020 13.25 1
06/15/2020 06/16/2020 9.25 1
08/26/2019 09/03/2019 9.50 1
08/29/2018 09/04/2018 21.00 1
07/11/2017 07/12/2017 39.00 1
07/31/2014 07/31/2014 19.00 1
07/17/2013 07/22/2013 25.50 1
08/21/2012 08/21/2012 13.75 1
09/28/2011 09/29/2011 21.00 1
06/29/2011 06/29/2011 7.75 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0404225
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPumice
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.9550000, -119.1008330
Nearest TownLee Vining

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) have?

Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.

What type of mine is Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine)?

Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Lee Vining, Mono County, CA. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine)?

According to MSHA records, Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine)?

Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) is operated by United States Pumice Company and controlled by Elizabeth Anderson. MSHA Mine ID: 0404225.