King Creek Pit
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Washington Rock Quarries Inc
Controller: Harry W Hart
Location: Orting, Pierce County, WA
Employees: 23
233
Violations
63
S&S Violations
23
Accidents
$88K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 233 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | 50.20-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $818 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,503 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 04/18/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 23 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/22/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 2d restricted |
| 07/09/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/16/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 31d restricted |
| 04/04/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 44d lost, 18d restricted |
| 06/01/2022 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/28/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 123d lost |
| 03/05/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/21/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 150d restricted |
| 05/05/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | 11/03/2025 | 49.75 | 2 |
| 09/03/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/03/2025 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 01/25/2025 | 01/31/2025 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/17/2024 | 04/18/2024 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 04/15/2024 | 04/22/2024 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 07/18/2023 | 07/18/2023 | 12.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4503455
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees23
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates47.0172220, -122.1927780
Nearest TownOrting
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does King Creek Pit have?
King Creek Pit has 233 MSHA violations on record, of which 63 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $88K.
What type of mine is King Creek Pit?
King Creek Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Orting, Pierce County, WA. It currently has 23 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at King Creek Pit?
According to MSHA records, King Creek Pit has 23 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates King Creek Pit?
King Creek Pit is operated by Washington Rock Quarries Inc and controlled by Harry W Hart. MSHA Mine ID: 4503455.