Key Takeaway
Greenbush Wash Plant is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in ALTON, Penobscot County, ME. It has 51 violations on record (16 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by Owen J Folsom Inc.
Greenbush Wash Plant
Operator: Owen J Folsom Inc
Controller: Owen J Folsom
Location: ALTON, Penobscot County, ME
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 51 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 05/24/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/08/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 10/18/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/01/2014 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/14/2013 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/18/2011 | 56.14112(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/18/2011 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/18/2011 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.12016 | S&S | HighNegligence | $873 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.13015(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.14103(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/20/2008 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 09/20/2008 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/20/2008 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 33d lost, 31d restricted |
Inspections
View all 30 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 | 08/05/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 10/04/2023 | 10/04/2023 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 05/24/2023 | 05/25/2023 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 06/08/2022 | 06/16/2022 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 05/10/2021 | 05/12/2021 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 10/18/2019 | 10/19/2019 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 10/22/2018 | 10/30/2018 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 04/17/2018 | 04/19/2018 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 10/05/2016 | 10/05/2016 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/13/2015 | 10/14/2015 | 15.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Greenbush Wash Plant have?
Greenbush Wash Plant has 51 MSHA violations on record, of which 16 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Greenbush Wash Plant?
Greenbush Wash Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in ALTON, Penobscot County, ME. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Greenbush Wash Plant?
According to MSHA records, Greenbush Wash Plant has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Greenbush Wash Plant?
Greenbush Wash Plant is operated by Owen J Folsom Inc and controlled by Owen J Folsom. MSHA Mine ID: 1700148.