Key Takeaway
Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Dorchester, Dorchester County, SC. It has 15 violations on record (4 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Austin Construction Company Inc..
Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit
Operator: Austin Construction Company Inc.
Controller: James K Austin
Location: Dorchester, Dorchester County, SC
Recent Violations
View all 15 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2016 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 05/20/2015 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 05/20/2015 | 46.5(a) | S&S | Reckless | $5,000 |
| 05/20/2015 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/27/2015 | 56.14130(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/27/2015 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/27/2015 | 56.14130(a)(6) | S&S | HighNegligence | $807 |
| 11/18/2013 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 11/18/2013 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/18/2013 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/19/2012 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/25/2012 | 41.11 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/25/2012 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/25/2012 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/25/2012 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 13 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2016 | 06/13/2016 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 06/13/2016 | 06/13/2016 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 01/27/2016 | 01/27/2016 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 01/27/2016 | 01/27/2016 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 05/20/2015 | 05/21/2015 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 03/05/2015 | 03/05/2015 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 02/26/2015 | 02/27/2015 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 05/08/2014 | 05/08/2014 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 11/18/2013 | 11/21/2013 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 04/24/2013 | 04/24/2013 | 9.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit have?
Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit has 15 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit?
Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Dorchester, Dorchester County, SC. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit?
According to MSHA records, Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit?
Sandhill Pit / Ridgeville Pit is operated by Austin Construction Company Inc. and controlled by James K Austin. MSHA Mine ID: 3800739.