Key Takeaway
Lexington Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lexington, Dawson County, NE. It has 35 violations on record (11 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by Paulsen Inc.
Lexington Pit
Operator: Paulsen Inc
Controller: Larry Paulsen
Location: Lexington, Dawson County, NE
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 35 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 09/09/2025 | 46.11(b)(4) | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 09/09/2025 | 56.9100 | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 09/09/2025 | 56.9101 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,448 |
| 09/09/2025 | 56.23003(a)(4) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,550 |
| 09/09/2025 | 50.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 10/19/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 10/22/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/22/2019 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $319 |
| 10/22/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/10/2018 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/10/2018 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/29/2018 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/07/2017 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/07/2017 | 46.5(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $129 |
| 11/07/2017 | 46.12(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 11/07/2017 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 11/17/2015 | 56.4430(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/28/2015 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 04/28/2015 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
| 03/26/2010 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 30 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 24.25 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 66.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2025 | 08/21/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 02/04/2025 | 02/04/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 10/17/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/26/2022 | 10/26/2022 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 05/12/2022 | 05/13/2022 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/19/2020 | 10/19/2020 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 10/22/2019 | 10/23/2019 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/11/2018 | 10/11/2018 | 10.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lexington Pit have?
Lexington Pit has 35 MSHA violations on record, of which 11 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Lexington Pit?
Lexington Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lexington, Dawson County, NE. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lexington Pit?
According to MSHA records, Lexington Pit has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lexington Pit?
Lexington Pit is operated by Paulsen Inc and controlled by Larry Paulsen. MSHA Mine ID: 2500263.