Key Takeaway

KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kunkletown, Monroe County, PA. It has 19 violations on record (2 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by FRANTZ BROS INC.

KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: FRANTZ BROS INC

Controller: Maynard J. Frantz

Location: Kunkletown, Monroe County, PA

Employees: 1

19
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$2K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
05/27/2021 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
02/26/2020 56.9300(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $123
09/17/2019 56.14132(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
03/26/2019 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
03/15/2018 56.9300(a) S&S ModNegligence $118
09/01/2017 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $116
08/12/2015 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/09/2013 56.16005 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/20/2012 47.44(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/23/2012 56.12025 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/04/2011 56.4201(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/04/2011 56.11001 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/18/2009 56.9300(a) S&S ModNegligence $108
05/23/2008 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/23/2008 56.14132(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
01/05/2007 56.18010 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
04/28/2006 56.12028 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
04/28/2006 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
04/28/2006 56.12006 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/06/2025 10/08/2025 9.00 1
07/15/2025 07/16/2025 15.50 1
02/18/2025 02/19/2025 4.25 1
01/07/2025 01/08/2025 4.00 1
08/12/2024 08/15/2024 5.75 1
01/11/2024 01/12/2024 4.50 1
07/20/2023 07/20/2023 7.50 1
01/09/2023 01/09/2023 3.25 1
09/08/2022 09/08/2022 7.50 1
03/09/2022 03/21/2022 9.00 2

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID3600682
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Clays NEC
Employees1
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift5.0
Coordinates40.8866670, -75.4694440
Nearest TownKunkletown

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT have?

KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.

What type of mine is KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT?

KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kunkletown, Monroe County, PA. It currently has 1 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT?

According to MSHA records, KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT?

KUNKLETOWN CLAY PIT is operated by FRANTZ BROS INC and controlled by Maynard J. Frantz. MSHA Mine ID: 3600682.