Key Takeaway
Melton Pit is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Las Vegas, San Miguel County, NM. It has 16 violations on record (2 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hays Plumbing and Heating.
Melton Pit
Operator: Hays Plumbing and Heating
Controller: Gordon Hays
Location: Las Vegas, San Miguel County, NM
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 16 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 46.8(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 |
| 03/26/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/19/2023 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/19/2023 | 56.20008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/19/2023 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/19/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/09/2023 | 41.11 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/09/2023 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/09/2023 | 46.3(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 | 04/21/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 03/26/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 10/30/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 10/19/2023 | 10/19/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 01/09/2023 | 02/14/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Melton Pit have?
Melton Pit has 16 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is Melton Pit?
Melton Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Las Vegas, San Miguel County, NM. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Melton Pit?
According to MSHA records, Melton Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Melton Pit?
Melton Pit is operated by Hays Plumbing and Heating and controlled by Gordon Hays. MSHA Mine ID: 2902542.