Key Takeaway
Sparrock Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing Stone, located in Vinton, Plumas County, CA. It has 19 violations on record (5 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Joy Engineering.
Sparrock Pit
Operator: Joy Engineering
Controller: Rick Joy
Location: Vinton, Plumas County, CA
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 19 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2018 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/16/2017 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 07/15/2015 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/31/2012 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/17/2010 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/17/2010 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/17/2010 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/21/2009 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/01/2008 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/01/2008 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/01/2008 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/30/2008 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/30/2008 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/16/2006 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 05/15/2006 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/15/2006 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/15/2006 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/15/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/15/2006 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 27 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/06/2024 | 08/07/2024 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 11/01/2023 | 11/01/2023 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 04/19/2023 | 04/19/2023 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 10/20/2022 | 10/20/2022 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/22/2020 | 09/24/2020 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 10/11/2018 | 10/15/2018 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 06/12/2018 | 06/12/2018 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2017 | 08/16/2017 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 07/14/2016 | 07/14/2016 | 7.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sparrock Pit have?
Sparrock Pit has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Sparrock Pit?
Sparrock Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Vinton, Plumas County, CA. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sparrock Pit?
According to MSHA records, Sparrock Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sparrock Pit?
Sparrock Pit is operated by Joy Engineering and controlled by Rick Joy. MSHA Mine ID: 0405515.