Key Takeaway
Kiewit Mine is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Ibapah, Tooele County, UT. It has 111 violations on record (26 S&S) and $41K in proposed penalties. Operated by Desert Hawk Gold Corp.
Kiewit Mine
Operator: Desert Hawk Gold Corp
Controller: Rick Havenstrite
Location: Ibapah, Tooele County, UT
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 111 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $267 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14130(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 03/25/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/25/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 03/25/2025 | 41.13 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/24/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 05/27/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 08/15/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 23d lost, 10d restricted |
| 08/02/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/03/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/18/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/31/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/03/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/30/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 01/12/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 29 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 08/04/2025 | 08/04/2025 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 08/04/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 37.50 | 1 |
| 03/24/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/13/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 11/02/2023 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 08/29/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2023 | 03/02/2023 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 09/20/2022 | 09/22/2022 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 08/17/2022 | 08/23/2022 | 64.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Kiewit Mine have?
Kiewit Mine has 111 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $41K.
What type of mine is Kiewit Mine?
Kiewit Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Ibapah, Tooele County, UT. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Kiewit Mine?
According to MSHA records, Kiewit Mine has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Kiewit Mine?
Kiewit Mine is operated by Desert Hawk Gold Corp and controlled by Rick Havenstrite. MSHA Mine ID: 4202560.