Key Takeaway
Heinz Pit is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Knappa, Clatsop County, OR. It has 121 violations on record (34 S&S) and $30K in proposed penalties. Operated by Warrenton Fiber Company, Inc..
Heinz Pit
Operator: Warrenton Fiber Company, Inc.
Controller: David Nygaard; John B Nygaard; John M Nygaard
Location: Knappa, Clatsop County, OR
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 121 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 12/15/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/22/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/19/2024 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/19/2024 | 56.12013(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/19/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/19/2024 | 56.12013(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/19/2024 | 56.12013(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2008 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 65 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | 12/17/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 04/23/2025 | 04/28/2025 | 22.25 | 1 |
| 04/09/2025 | 04/10/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/21/2024 | 10/22/2024 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 06/19/2024 | 06/20/2024 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/09/2024 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 04/17/2023 | 04/20/2023 | 22.25 | 1 |
| 11/17/2022 | 11/17/2022 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 08/12/2022 | 08/12/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 03/23/2022 | 03/24/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Heinz Pit have?
Heinz Pit has 121 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $30K.
What type of mine is Heinz Pit?
Heinz Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Knappa, Clatsop County, OR. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Heinz Pit?
According to MSHA records, Heinz Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Heinz Pit?
Heinz Pit is operated by Warrenton Fiber Company, Inc. and controlled by David Nygaard; John B Nygaard; John M Nygaard. MSHA Mine ID: 3503364.