Key Takeaway
Santan Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sacaton, Pinal County, AZ. It has 143 violations on record (32 S&S) and $51K in proposed penalties. Operated by Gila River Sand & Gravel Corporation.
Santan Pit
Operator: Gila River Sand & Gravel Corporation
Controller: Gila River Indian Community
Location: Sacaton, Pinal County, AZ
Employees: 83
Recent Violations
View all 143 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 09/05/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/12/2024 | 56.4531(b) | S&S | NoNegligence | $147 |
| 09/12/2024 | 56.4200(a)(1) | S&S | NoNegligence | $147 |
| 09/12/2024 | 56.12006 | S&S | NoNegligence | $147 |
| 02/23/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/26/2023 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/26/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/20/2023 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/20/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2022 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/31/2022 | 56.15005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $716 |
| 08/31/2022 | 56.16002(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $716 |
| 08/30/2022 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/30/2022 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 11/30/2021 | 46.3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $234 |
| 11/30/2021 | 46.9(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/23/2021 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 11/23/2021 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $187 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 14 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/31/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 02/11/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 08/12/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/09/2020 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/22/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/10/2016 | OTHER | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 07/01/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/05/2013 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 66 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 24.50 | 2 |
| 12/10/2024 | 12/12/2024 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 09/11/2024 | 09/13/2024 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 02/20/2024 | 02/23/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 07/26/2023 | 07/27/2023 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 03/19/2023 | 03/22/2023 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 09/16/2022 | 09/16/2022 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 08/29/2022 | 09/09/2022 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 12/27/2021 | 12/27/2021 | 1.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Santan Pit have?
Santan Pit has 143 MSHA violations on record, of which 32 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $51K.
What type of mine is Santan Pit?
Santan Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sacaton, Pinal County, AZ. It currently has 83 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Santan Pit?
According to MSHA records, Santan Pit has 14 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Santan Pit?
Santan Pit is operated by Gila River Sand & Gravel Corporation and controlled by Gila River Indian Community. MSHA Mine ID: 0202116.