Key Takeaway

Lyons Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cotopaxi, CO, Custer County, CO. It has 5 violations on record (1 S&S) and $769 in proposed penalties. Operated by Lyons Pit.

Lyons Pit

Intermittent Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Lyons Pit

Controller: Edward Lyons

Location: Cotopaxi, CO, Custer County, CO

Employees: 2

5
Violations
1
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$769
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/24/2025 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/23/2025 56.14100(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/23/2025 56.14207 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/23/2025 56.14200 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/23/2025 56.14107(a) S&S ModNegligence $165

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/24/2025 10/24/2025 10.25 1
09/23/2025 09/24/2025 22.25 1
08/17/2023 08/17/2023 8.25 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0505179
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPhosphate Rock
Employees2
Days/Week2.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates38.3761110, -105.5836110
Nearest TownCotopaxi, CO

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Lyons Pit have?

Lyons Pit has 5 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $769.

What type of mine is Lyons Pit?

Lyons Pit is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Cotopaxi, CO, Custer County, CO. It currently has 2 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Lyons Pit?

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

Who operates Lyons Pit?

Lyons Pit is operated by Lyons Pit and controlled by Edward Lyons. MSHA Mine ID: 0505179.