Key Takeaway
Frink Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Hampden, Penobscot County, ME. It has 15 violations on record (4 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Whitmore Contracting Inc..
Frink Pit
Operator: Whitmore Contracting Inc.
Controller: Holly Whitmore; Richard Whitmore
Location: Hampden, Penobscot County, ME
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 15 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 46.6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 03/31/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/15/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 05/30/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/03/2021 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/03/2021 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/03/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/02/2020 | 56.3131 | S&S | ModNegligence | $298 |
| 11/02/2020 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/02/2020 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 11/02/2020 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 | |
| 11/01/2020 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
Inspections
View all 8 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 01/15/2025 | 01/16/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/03/2023 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 05/30/2023 | 05/30/2023 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 11/02/2021 | 11/03/2021 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 11/12/2020 | 11/16/2020 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 10/31/2020 | 11/03/2020 | 19.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Frink Pit have?
Frink Pit has 15 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Frink Pit?
Frink Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Hampden, Penobscot County, ME. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Frink Pit?
According to MSHA records, Frink Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Frink Pit?
Frink Pit is operated by Whitmore Contracting Inc. and controlled by Holly Whitmore; Richard Whitmore. MSHA Mine ID: 1701034.