Key Takeaway

Pioneer Crusher is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in WEST FARMINGTON, Franklin County, ME. It has 34 violations on record (5 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by E.L. VINING & SON INC..

Pioneer Crusher

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: E.L. VINING & SON INC.

Controller: Kevin L Vining

Location: WEST FARMINGTON, Franklin County, ME

Employees: 3

34
Violations
5
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$4K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
11/01/2023 46.9(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $143
06/30/2021 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
12/31/2020 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
08/07/2019 56.4101 Non-S&S LowNegligence $121
11/01/2016 56.12028 Non-S&S LowNegligence $114
06/23/2015 56.12008 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/23/2015 56.12018 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/23/2015 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/23/2015 56.9300(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
07/01/2014 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
07/01/2014 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
12/31/2013 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/08/2012 56.13015 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/08/2012 56.12065 S&S LowNegligence $108
08/08/2012 56.9300(b) S&S ModNegligence $108
08/08/2012 56.14205 S&S ModNegligence $243
08/08/2012 56.4501 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/25/2011 56.12028 S&S ModNegligence $243
08/23/2011 46.8(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $112
08/23/2011 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/30/2023 11/01/2023 21.25 1
10/03/2022 10/04/2022 6.25 1
12/06/2021 12/07/2021 9.00 1
08/12/2021 08/16/2021 9.00 1
09/09/2020 09/09/2020 4.50 1
08/05/2019 08/07/2019 23.75 1
07/24/2018 07/26/2018 4.75 1
11/28/2016 11/28/2016 2.50 1
10/31/2016 11/01/2016 8.75 1
08/16/2016 08/17/2016 3.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1700763
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates44.6822220, -70.1672220
Nearest TownWEST FARMINGTON

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Pioneer Crusher have?

Pioneer Crusher has 34 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.

What type of mine is Pioneer Crusher?

Pioneer Crusher is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in WEST FARMINGTON, Franklin County, ME. It currently has 3 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Pioneer Crusher?

According to MSHA records, Pioneer Crusher has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Pioneer Crusher?

Pioneer Crusher is operated by E.L. VINING & SON INC. and controlled by Kevin L Vining. MSHA Mine ID: 1700763.