Key Takeaway
Michels is a temporarily idled surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Plentywood, Sheridan County, MT. It has 52 violations on record (18 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kanning Concrete.
Michels
Operator: Kanning Concrete
Controller: Dennis Kanning
Location: Plentywood, Sheridan County, MT
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 52 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 | 56.16003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/10/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/04/2023 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/06/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/08/2020 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/07/2018 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $132 |
| 11/07/2018 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,421 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $126 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $126 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/27/2017 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 08/31/2016 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 08/31/2016 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 | 07/21/2025 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 10/23/2023 | 10/24/2023 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 10/16/2023 | 10/16/2023 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/04/2023 | 24.75 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 10/24/2022 | 10/26/2022 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 10/04/2021 | 10/05/2021 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 10/06/2020 | 10/06/2020 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 09/16/2020 | 09/17/2020 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2020 | 07/14/2020 | 5.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Michels have?
Michels has 52 MSHA violations on record, of which 18 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Michels?
Michels is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Plentywood, Sheridan County, MT. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Michels?
According to MSHA records, Michels has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Michels?
Michels is operated by Kanning Concrete and controlled by Dennis Kanning. MSHA Mine ID: 2401996.