Key Takeaway
M Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Ferris, Ellis County, TX. It has 6 violations on record (3 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by South Gate Sand & Gravel.
M Pit
Operator: South Gate Sand & Gravel
Controller: Paul M Leighton
Location: Ferris, Ellis County, TX
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 6 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.18002 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,431 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 07/13/2022 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $321 |
| 07/12/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/12/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Inspections
View all 10 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | 08/04/2025 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 12/04/2024 | 12/04/2024 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 05/14/2024 | 05/14/2024 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 01/10/2024 | 01/11/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/22/2023 | 03/22/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 08/01/2022 | 08/01/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 07/12/2022 | 07/13/2022 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 11/18/2021 | 11/18/2021 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/22/2021 | 09/23/2021 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2021 | 08/23/2021 | 8.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does M Pit have?
M Pit has 6 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is M Pit?
M Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Ferris, Ellis County, TX. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at M Pit?
According to MSHA records, M Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates M Pit?
M Pit is operated by South Gate Sand & Gravel and controlled by Paul M Leighton. MSHA Mine ID: 4105553.