Key Takeaway

Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newcastle, Placer County, CA. It has 60 violations on record (17 S&S) and $10K in proposed penalties. Operated by Don Robinson Sand & Gravel, Inc..

Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry

Active Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Don Robinson Sand & Gravel, Inc.

Controller: Ina Robinson

Location: Newcastle, Placer County, CA

Employees: 2

60
Violations
17
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$10K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/22/2025 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
10/22/2025 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
10/22/2025 46.7(b) S&S ModNegligence $407
10/22/2025 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
10/22/2025 56.23002(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
09/12/2023 56.9300(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $143
08/23/2023 47.41(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $143
10/31/2018 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
03/29/2018 56.12028 Non-S&S LowNegligence $118
06/13/2017 56.14101(a)(3) Non-S&S ModNegligence $116
09/28/2015 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/30/2014 56.12001 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
07/02/2013 56.12028 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
07/02/2013 56.12004 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/14/2012 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/14/2012 56.14100(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/19/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
03/19/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
03/19/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100
03/19/2010 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $100

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
12/01/2025 12/01/2025 4.75 1
11/24/2025 11/24/2025 5.00 1
10/22/2025 10/23/2025 12.25 1
04/28/2025 04/28/2025 8.00 1
12/02/2024 12/06/2024 12.75 1
08/28/2024 08/28/2024 11.00 1
02/07/2024 02/07/2024 14.00 1
09/12/2023 09/12/2023 5.00 1
08/07/2023 08/23/2023 25.25 1
12/02/2021 12/02/2021 8.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0402279
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees2
Days/Week1.0
Hours/Shift4.0
Coordinates39.0119440, -121.1044440
Nearest TownNewcastle

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry have?

Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry has 60 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $10K.

What type of mine is Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry?

Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newcastle, Placer County, CA. It currently has 2 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry?

According to MSHA records, Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry?

Robinson Gravel Pit / Ophir Rd. Quarry is operated by Don Robinson Sand & Gravel, Inc. and controlled by Ina Robinson. MSHA Mine ID: 0402279.