Key Takeaway
MIMBRES PIT is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Silver City, Luna County, NM. It has 220 violations on record (64 S&S) and $50K in proposed penalties. Operated by Southwest Concrete & Paving Inc.
MIMBRES PIT
Operator: Southwest Concrete & Paving Inc
Controller: Charles Hamilton
Location: Silver City, Luna County, NM
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 220 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 46.6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 12/09/2025 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.14130(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 02/26/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/17/2018 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 03/01/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/02/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 06/19/2015 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 14d restricted |
| 01/21/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
| 01/23/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 53d lost |
| 10/23/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 78 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 07/29/2025 | 08/04/2025 | 28.25 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 05/15/2024 | 05/15/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 12/18/2023 | 12/20/2023 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2023 | 07/11/2023 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 11/30/2022 | 12/01/2022 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 04/04/2022 | 04/06/2022 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 10/04/2021 | 10/05/2021 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 07/13/2021 | 07/13/2021 | 5.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does MIMBRES PIT have?
MIMBRES PIT has 220 MSHA violations on record, of which 64 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $50K.
What type of mine is MIMBRES PIT?
MIMBRES PIT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Silver City, Luna County, NM. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at MIMBRES PIT?
According to MSHA records, MIMBRES PIT has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates MIMBRES PIT?
MIMBRES PIT is operated by Southwest Concrete & Paving Inc and controlled by Charles Hamilton. MSHA Mine ID: 2900473.