Key Takeaway
Moores Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Gateway, Mesa County, CO. It has 13 violations on record (3 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Moores Mining LLC.
Moores Pit
Operator: Moores Mining LLC
Controller: Leon C Moores; Vernon C Moores
Location: Gateway, Mesa County, CO
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 13 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 | 56.9314 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/12/2024 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $388 |
| 07/01/2021 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/31/2018 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/07/2016 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 05/08/2012 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/27/2011 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/22/2010 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 07/20/2006 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/20/2006 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/06/2001 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 44 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2026 | 01/08/2026 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 06/18/2025 | 06/18/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/05/2025 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 01/29/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 06/11/2024 | 06/13/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 03/05/2024 | 03/08/2024 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 09/19/2023 | 09/19/2023 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 02/08/2023 | 02/10/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 05/25/2022 | 05/25/2022 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/15/2022 | 03/18/2022 | 11.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Moores Pit have?
Moores Pit has 13 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Moores Pit?
Moores Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Gateway, Mesa County, CO. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Moores Pit?
According to MSHA records, Moores Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Moores Pit?
Moores Pit is operated by Moores Mining LLC and controlled by Leon C Moores; Vernon C Moores. MSHA Mine ID: 0504241.