Key Takeaway
Keenesburg #2 is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Keenesburg, Weld County, CO. It has 40 violations on record (4 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Colorado Sand Company.
Keenesburg #2
Operator: Colorado Sand Company
Controller: Jamie Patterson; Dave Patterson
Location: Keenesburg, Weld County, CO
Employees: 85
Recent Violations
View all 40 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2025 | 56.14130(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/11/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 12/18/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 12/18/2024 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 12/18/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/18/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 07/19/2024 | 50.20-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/03/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 04/02/2024 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 56.12021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 56.4201 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/01/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/01/2024 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 04/01/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/01/2024 | 56.15004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 01/24/2024 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/23/2024 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/17/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/30/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 116d restricted |
| 05/14/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/09/2024 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 20d restricted |
| 09/11/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/14/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
| 03/29/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 11 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 10/23/2025 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 06/11/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 32.25 | 1 |
| 12/17/2024 | 12/19/2024 | 33.75 | 1 |
| 07/19/2024 | 07/19/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 03/12/2024 | 03/12/2024 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 01/09/2024 | 01/24/2024 | 70.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/08/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 12/21/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 12/21/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 9.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Keenesburg #2 have?
Keenesburg #2 has 40 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is Keenesburg #2?
Keenesburg #2 is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Keenesburg, Weld County, CO. It currently has 85 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Keenesburg #2?
According to MSHA records, Keenesburg #2 has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Keenesburg #2?
Keenesburg #2 is operated by Colorado Sand Company and controlled by Jamie Patterson; Dave Patterson. MSHA Mine ID: 0505159.