Key Takeaway
Pit #71 Columbus is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Platte County, NE. It has 38 violations on record (8 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by CENTRAL SAND & GRAVEL CO.
Pit #71 Columbus
Operator: CENTRAL SAND & GRAVEL CO
Controller: CRH PLC
Location: Columbus, Platte County, NE
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 38 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/04/2024 | 56.14103(c)(2) | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/21/2018 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/21/2018 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/24/2017 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $126 |
| 07/23/2015 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/23/2015 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/23/2015 | 47.44(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/23/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2014 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/04/2011 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/04/2011 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/17/2010 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 07/29/2010 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 04/20/2010 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 10/23/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/23/2011 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/19/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
| 03/24/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 120d lost |
| 07/06/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/27/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/02/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 12/12/2002 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/17/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | 10/23/2025 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 07/30/2025 | 07/30/2025 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 11/05/2024 | 11/05/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 04/04/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 03/27/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 12/19/2022 | 12/20/2022 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 04/06/2022 | 04/06/2022 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 01/12/2021 | 01/13/2021 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2020 | 03/19/2020 | 19.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pit #71 Columbus have?
Pit #71 Columbus has 38 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Pit #71 Columbus?
Pit #71 Columbus is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Platte County, NE. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pit #71 Columbus?
According to MSHA records, Pit #71 Columbus has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pit #71 Columbus?
Pit #71 Columbus is operated by CENTRAL SAND & GRAVEL CO and controlled by CRH PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 2500506.