Key Takeaway
Rio Bonito Aggregate is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Capitan, Lincoln County, NM. It has 81 violations on record (15 S&S) and $19K in proposed penalties. Operated by ROPER CONSTRUCTION, INC..
Rio Bonito Aggregate
Operator: ROPER CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Controller: Ryan Roper
Location: Capitan, Lincoln County, NM
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 81 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $592 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.14103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 09/03/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $959 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,431 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 46.11(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,431 |
| 03/05/2025 | 46.5 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,590 |
| 08/07/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 34d lost, 24d restricted |
Inspections
View all 22 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 | 11/24/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 11/03/2025 | 11/06/2025 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/04/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 03/05/2025 | 03/10/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2024 | 08/21/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 08/06/2024 | 08/07/2024 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 03/04/2024 | 03/06/2024 | 29.75 | 1 |
| 09/11/2023 | 09/13/2023 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 09/07/2022 | 09/09/2022 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 10/13/2020 | 10/19/2020 | 43.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Rio Bonito Aggregate have?
Rio Bonito Aggregate has 81 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $19K.
What type of mine is Rio Bonito Aggregate?
Rio Bonito Aggregate is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Capitan, Lincoln County, NM. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Rio Bonito Aggregate?
According to MSHA records, Rio Bonito Aggregate has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Rio Bonito Aggregate?
Rio Bonito Aggregate is operated by ROPER CONSTRUCTION, INC. and controlled by Ryan Roper. MSHA Mine ID: 2902435.