Key Takeaway
Smith Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newcastle, Young County, TX. It has 106 violations on record (29 S&S) and $35K in proposed penalties. Operated by Zack Burkett Company.
Smith Pit
Operator: Zack Burkett Company
Controller: Zack Burkett III
Location: Newcastle, Young County, TX
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 106 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 10/08/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 10/08/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14103(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $13,436 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 06/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
| 01/29/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.14101(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/04/2024 | 56.23003(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/27/2024 | 56.14110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/19/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 89d restricted |
| 07/01/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 39d restricted |
| 03/27/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/31/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 136d lost, 30d restricted |
| 10/09/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 25d restricted |
Inspections
View all 71 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 06/18/2025 | 06/23/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 06/12/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 01/29/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 09/04/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 02/27/2024 | 02/28/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 09/14/2023 | 09/15/2023 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 08/09/2023 | 08/09/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 08/15/2022 | 08/17/2022 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 03/28/2022 | 03/28/2022 | 10.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smith Pit have?
Smith Pit has 106 MSHA violations on record, of which 29 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $35K.
What type of mine is Smith Pit?
Smith Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Newcastle, Young County, TX. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smith Pit?
According to MSHA records, Smith Pit has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smith Pit?
Smith Pit is operated by Zack Burkett Company and controlled by Zack Burkett III. MSHA Mine ID: 4103876.