Key Takeaway
Nisqually Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Olympia, Thurston County, WA. It has 329 violations on record (63 S&S) and $82K in proposed penalties. Operated by Holroyd Co Inc.
Nisqually Pit
Operator: Holroyd Co Inc
Controller: Stephen Nielsen
Location: Olympia, Thurston County, WA
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 329 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 10/30/2025 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/30/2025 | 46.5(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $561 |
| 10/30/2025 | 62.174 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.14105 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.14109(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,679 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 18 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2019 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/25/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/03/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/12/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 31d restricted |
| 08/28/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/02/2016 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 05/23/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/21/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/11/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 01/20/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 75 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | 11/18/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 10/30/2025 | 44.25 | 1 |
| 04/22/2025 | 04/25/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 12/17/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/21/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 05/20/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 30.25 | 1 |
| 02/19/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 32.50 | 1 |
| 06/15/2023 | 06/17/2023 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 02/22/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 8.75 | 2 |
| 02/21/2023 | 02/23/2023 | 29.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Nisqually Pit have?
Nisqually Pit has 329 MSHA violations on record, of which 63 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $82K.
What type of mine is Nisqually Pit?
Nisqually Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Olympia, Thurston County, WA. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Nisqually Pit?
According to MSHA records, Nisqually Pit has 18 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Nisqually Pit?
Nisqually Pit is operated by Holroyd Co Inc and controlled by Stephen Nielsen. MSHA Mine ID: 4500637.