Onyx Sterling Pit
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: Onyx Corporation
Controller: John D Durkin
Location: Sterling, Worcester County, MA
Employees: 6
65
Violations
22
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$331K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 65 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/30/2024 | 56.14211(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/29/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $453 |
| 08/29/2024 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $388 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $861 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 46.4(a)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,862 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/22/2024 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,361 |
| 08/22/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 08/22/2024 | 56.9301 | S&S | LowNegligence | $453 |
| 08/22/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,011 |
| 08/22/2024 | 56.23002(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $62,812 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2024 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | FATALITY | Fatal |
Inspections
View all 20 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 12/12/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/03/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/05/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 04/04/2025 | 33.75 | 1 |
| 01/17/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 10/16/2024 | 10/16/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2024 | 10/03/2024 | 14.25 | 2 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 08/27/2024 | 08/30/2024 | 44.50 | 1 |
| 08/22/2024 | 01/16/2025 | 420.25 | 5 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1901284
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionCrushed, Broken Stone NEC
Employees6
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates42.4486110, -71.7472220
Nearest TownSterling
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Onyx Sterling Pit have?
Onyx Sterling Pit has 65 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $331K.
What type of mine is Onyx Sterling Pit?
Onyx Sterling Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Sterling, Worcester County, MA. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Onyx Sterling Pit?
According to MSHA records, Onyx Sterling Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Onyx Sterling Pit?
Onyx Sterling Pit is operated by Onyx Corporation and controlled by John D Durkin. MSHA Mine ID: 1901284.