Key Takeaway
Hofmeyer Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Charles City, Charles City County, VA. It has 58 violations on record (9 S&S) and $12K in proposed penalties. Operated by Branscome Operating, LLC.
Hofmeyer Pit
Operator: Branscome Operating, LLC
Controller: Branscome Holding LLC
Location: Charles City, Charles City County, VA
Employees: 11
Recent Violations
View all 58 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 03/09/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 04/20/2021 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 03/20/2019 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 03/20/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/29/2016 | 56.9301 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 07/13/2016 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 11/17/2015 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $460 |
| 09/01/2015 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/01/2015 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/15/2014 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/15/2014 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/15/2014 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/22/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2013 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/06/2012 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/19/2012 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 10/25/2011 | 56.14109(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/25/2011 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 05/06/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 09/01/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/26/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 07/16/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 06/30/2014 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/10/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 05/11/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 6d lost, 5d restricted |
| 02/04/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 08/03/2009 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 24.25 | 1 |
| 05/07/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 03/12/2025 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 05/26/2024 | 05/30/2024 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 10/10/2023 | 10/11/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2023 | 09/22/2023 | 46.25 | 2 |
| 02/06/2023 | 02/07/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 06/13/2022 | 06/14/2022 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 03/08/2022 | 03/29/2022 | 25.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hofmeyer Pit have?
Hofmeyer Pit has 58 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12K.
What type of mine is Hofmeyer Pit?
Hofmeyer Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Charles City, Charles City County, VA. It currently has 11 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hofmeyer Pit?
According to MSHA records, Hofmeyer Pit has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hofmeyer Pit?
Hofmeyer Pit is operated by Branscome Operating, LLC and controlled by Branscome Holding LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4402939.