Markesan Plant
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: A.F. Gelhar Company, Inc.
Controller: Jim Gelhar
Location: Markesan, WI, Green Lake County, WI
Employees: 12
124
Violations
20
S&S Violations
11
Accidents
$16K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 124 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/21/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/21/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.3131 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/20/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/21/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/20/2023 | 56.4130(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/15/2023 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2022 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 11/23/2021 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 11/22/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 08/03/2021 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/03/2021 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/03/2021 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 02/02/2021 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/26/2020 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/26/2020 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | HighNegligence | $412 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2022 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/22/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/26/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 48d lost, 141d restricted |
| 11/10/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/17/2014 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/17/2014 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/17/2014 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/13/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 35d restricted |
| 10/10/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 20d lost, 74d restricted |
| 01/19/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 71 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 02/25/2026 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/14/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 08/22/2024 | 61.50 | 2 |
| 02/05/2024 | 02/07/2024 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2023 | 08/22/2023 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 03/15/2023 | 03/22/2023 | 48.75 | 1 |
| 06/24/2022 | 06/29/2022 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 11/22/2021 | 11/24/2021 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2021 | 08/04/2021 | 42.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4701964
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees12
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates43.7072220, -88.9900000
Nearest TownMarkesan, WI
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Markesan Plant have?
Markesan Plant has 124 MSHA violations on record, of which 20 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is Markesan Plant?
Markesan Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Markesan, WI, Green Lake County, WI. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Markesan Plant?
According to MSHA records, Markesan Plant has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Markesan Plant?
Markesan Plant is operated by A.F. Gelhar Company, Inc. and controlled by Jim Gelhar. MSHA Mine ID: 4701964.