Key Takeaway
Pioneer Plant is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Paris, Mecosta County, MI. It has 8 violations on record (1 S&S) and $998 in proposed penalties. Operated by Switzer Sand & Gravel Inc.
Pioneer Plant
Operator: Switzer Sand & Gravel Inc
Controller: John W Switzer
Location: Paris, Mecosta County, MI
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 04/26/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 05/06/2019 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $121 |
| 05/15/2018 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/15/2018 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/10/2011 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/28/2010 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 | 08/21/2025 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 05/07/2024 | 05/07/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 05/31/2023 | 05/31/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/09/2021 | 11/09/2021 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 04/26/2021 | 04/27/2021 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 08/12/2020 | 08/13/2020 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 05/06/2019 | 05/06/2019 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 05/15/2018 | 05/15/2018 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/09/2016 | 11/09/2016 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/05/2016 | 07/05/2016 | 5.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pioneer Plant have?
Pioneer Plant has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $998.
What type of mine is Pioneer Plant?
Pioneer Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Paris, Mecosta County, MI. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pioneer Plant?
According to MSHA records, Pioneer Plant has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pioneer Plant?
Pioneer Plant is operated by Switzer Sand & Gravel Inc and controlled by John W Switzer. MSHA Mine ID: 2003444.