Key Takeaway

Lakin Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lakin, KS, Kearny County, KS. It has 3 violations on record (2 S&S) and $298 in proposed penalties. Operated by WKDC, LLC.

Lakin Pit

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: WKDC, LLC

Controller: Murfin Drilling Inc

Location: Lakin, KS, Kearny County, KS

3
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$298
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/20/2021 56.3130 Non-S&S $0
10/12/2021 56.3130 S&S LowNegligence $173
04/06/2021 56.14101(a)(2) S&S LowNegligence $125

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
08/30/2023 08/30/2023 0.75 1
03/24/2022 03/25/2022 5.50 1
10/12/2021 10/22/2021 11.50 1
10/04/2021 10/05/2021 16.00 1
04/05/2021 04/08/2021 37.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1401813
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.8850000, -101.2505560
Nearest TownLakin, KS

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Lakin Pit have?

Lakin Pit has 3 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $298.

What type of mine is Lakin Pit?

Lakin Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lakin, KS, Kearny County, KS. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Lakin Pit?

According to MSHA records, Lakin Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Lakin Pit?

Lakin Pit is operated by WKDC, LLC and controlled by Murfin Drilling Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1401813.