Key Takeaway
Hennepin Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Hennepin, Putnam County, IL. It has 177 violations on record (32 S&S) and $42K in proposed penalties. Operated by Tri-Con Materials, Inc..
Hennepin Pit
Operator: Tri-Con Materials, Inc.
Controller: Steven R Nelson
Location: Hennepin, Putnam County, IL
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 177 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/05/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/13/2022 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/29/2021 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 06/25/2021 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 06/24/2021 | 46.9(c)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 06/24/2021 | 56.12004 | S&S | LowNegligence | $172 |
| 11/24/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 11/23/2020 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 05/30/2019 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 05/30/2019 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 05/29/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 12/04/2018 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/04/2018 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 09/19/2018 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 09/18/2018 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 09/18/2018 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 09/18/2018 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/02/2017 | 46.3(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 123d lost, 37d restricted |
| 06/07/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 53d lost, 32d restricted |
Inspections
View all 57 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | 10/28/2025 | 47.75 | 1 |
| 06/17/2025 | 06/18/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/24/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 03/20/2024 | 03/21/2024 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 06/08/2023 | 06/12/2023 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 12/20/2022 | 01/09/2023 | 16.25 | 2 |
| 07/13/2022 | 07/14/2022 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 02/08/2022 | 02/09/2022 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 06/23/2021 | 06/30/2021 | 42.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hennepin Pit have?
Hennepin Pit has 177 MSHA violations on record, of which 32 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $42K.
What type of mine is Hennepin Pit?
Hennepin Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Hennepin, Putnam County, IL. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hennepin Pit?
According to MSHA records, Hennepin Pit has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hennepin Pit?
Hennepin Pit is operated by Tri-Con Materials, Inc. and controlled by Steven R Nelson. MSHA Mine ID: 1102658.