Key Takeaway
Pit #1 & Plant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newport, Cocke County, TN. It has 108 violations on record (22 S&S) and $12K in proposed penalties. Operated by Newport Sand & Gravel.
Pit #1 & Plant
Operator: Newport Sand & Gravel
Controller: Brian J Beretta
Location: Newport, Cocke County, TN
Employees: 34
Recent Violations
View all 108 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/02/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/25/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2024 | 56.12047 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/16/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/05/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $260 |
| 07/20/2022 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/29/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 01/12/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/24/2020 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/24/2020 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 11/23/2020 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/23/2020 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 06/03/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/04/2020 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/04/2020 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/26/2019 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 09/26/2019 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $214 |
| 09/24/2019 | 56.14115(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 172d lost |
| 07/26/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 26d lost, 75d restricted |
| 03/27/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 71 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 31.25 | 1 |
| 08/26/2025 | 09/02/2025 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 11/25/2024 | 11/27/2024 | 24.25 | 1 |
| 07/16/2024 | 07/18/2024 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 04/14/2024 | 04/18/2024 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 03/05/2024 | 03/08/2024 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 08/23/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2023 | 01/03/2023 | 32.50 | 1 |
| 09/27/2022 | 11/03/2022 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 07/20/2022 | 07/26/2022 | 31.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pit #1 & Plant have?
Pit #1 & Plant has 108 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12K.
What type of mine is Pit #1 & Plant?
Pit #1 & Plant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newport, Cocke County, TN. It currently has 34 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pit #1 & Plant?
According to MSHA records, Pit #1 & Plant has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pit #1 & Plant?
Pit #1 & Plant is operated by Newport Sand & Gravel and controlled by Brian J Beretta. MSHA Mine ID: 4003016.