Key Takeaway
Hess Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Antonio, Ellis County, KS. It has 52 violations on record (19 S&S) and $25K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hess Services Inc..
Hess Pit
Operator: Hess Services Inc.
Controller: Daniel Lawrence Hess; Lisa Hess
Location: Antonio, Ellis County, KS
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 52 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.18002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/05/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $388 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/05/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 20 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 37.25 | 1 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 03/06/2025 | 03/14/2025 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 09/12/2024 | 09/12/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2024 | 09/04/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 10/18/2023 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2023 | 06/07/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 12/19/2022 | 12/20/2022 | 12.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hess Pit have?
Hess Pit has 52 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is Hess Pit?
Hess Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Antonio, Ellis County, KS. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hess Pit?
According to MSHA records, Hess Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hess Pit?
Hess Pit is operated by Hess Services Inc. and controlled by Daniel Lawrence Hess; Lisa Hess. MSHA Mine ID: 1401794.