Portable Unit #5
Intermittent
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Farden Construction Inc
Controller: Steve Farden
Location: Maxbass, Bottineau County, ND
Employees: 3
63
Violations
22
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$9K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 63 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2025 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $245 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/06/2023 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/06/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/03/2021 | 56.15002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 11/03/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/03/2020 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 11/03/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Inspections
View all 42 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2025 | 05/29/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 05/23/2025 | 37.50 | 1 |
| 10/25/2023 | 10/26/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2023 | 06/07/2023 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 11/17/2021 | 11/17/2021 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 11/03/2021 | 11/03/2021 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2020 | 11/17/2020 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 11/02/2020 | 11/03/2020 | 34.50 | 1 |
| 09/16/2020 | 09/16/2020 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2019 | 12/04/2019 | 19.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3200162
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates48.6422220, -102.6405560
Nearest TownMaxbass
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Portable Unit #5 have?
Portable Unit #5 has 63 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Portable Unit #5?
Portable Unit #5 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Maxbass, Bottineau County, ND. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Portable Unit #5?
According to MSHA records, Portable Unit #5 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Portable Unit #5?
Portable Unit #5 is operated by Farden Construction Inc and controlled by Steve Farden. MSHA Mine ID: 3200162.