Key Takeaway
Merrill Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Pocatello, Power County, ID. It has 86 violations on record (21 S&S) and $22K in proposed penalties. Operated by J K Merrill & Sons, Inc..
Merrill Pit
Operator: J K Merrill & Sons, Inc.
Controller: Lloyd G Merrill
Location: Pocatello, Power County, ID
Recent Violations
View all 86 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/22/2018 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/22/2018 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/22/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/14/2016 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $126 |
| 12/14/2016 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 10/15/2015 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/15/2015 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/15/2015 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/15/2015 | 56.5001(a)/.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 04/09/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/08/2014 | 56.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/08/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/08/2014 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/08/2014 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 04/08/2014 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2005 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 08/01/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 35 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2019 | 03/06/2019 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 02/26/2018 | 02/26/2018 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 02/22/2018 | 02/22/2018 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 01/10/2017 | 01/10/2017 | 3.50 | 2 |
| 12/15/2016 | 12/16/2016 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 12/08/2015 | 12/09/2015 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 10/19/2015 | 10/20/2015 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/15/2015 | 10/15/2015 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 10/14/2015 | 10/15/2015 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 04/08/2014 | 04/10/2014 | 29.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Merrill Pit have?
Merrill Pit has 86 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $22K.
What type of mine is Merrill Pit?
Merrill Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Pocatello, Power County, ID. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Merrill Pit?
According to MSHA records, Merrill Pit has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Merrill Pit?
Merrill Pit is operated by J K Merrill & Sons, Inc. and controlled by Lloyd G Merrill. MSHA Mine ID: 1001269.