Key Takeaway

Pit 2 is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Franklinton, Washington County, LA. It has 12 violations on record (2 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Penton Sand & Gravel.

Pit 2

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Penton Sand & Gravel

Controller: Ester Penton

Location: Franklinton, Washington County, LA

12
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$1K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/29/2011 56.18010 Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
08/29/2011 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
01/14/2010 56.20003(a) S&S ModNegligence $100
01/14/2010 56.4130(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
01/14/2010 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/14/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
01/14/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/06/2008 56.18010 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/05/2008 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/05/2008 56.11002 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/05/2008 56.14107(a) S&S ModNegligence $243
08/05/2008 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
03/21/2012 03/21/2012 8.00 1
08/29/2011 08/29/2011 8.25 1
01/19/2010 01/19/2010 5.00 1
01/14/2010 01/14/2010 10.00 1
12/30/2008 12/30/2008 6.25 1
08/12/2008 08/12/2008 4.50 1
08/05/2008 08/06/2008 24.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1601478
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates30.8472220, -90.1530550
Nearest TownFranklinton

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Pit 2 have?

Pit 2 has 12 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.

What type of mine is Pit 2?

Pit 2 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Franklinton, Washington County, LA. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Pit 2?

According to MSHA records, Pit 2 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Pit 2?

Pit 2 is operated by Penton Sand & Gravel and controlled by Ester Penton. MSHA Mine ID: 1601478.