Key Takeaway

Springfield Pit is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Springfield, Brown County, MN. It has 3 violations on record (2 S&S) and $508 in proposed penalties. Operated by Acme-Ochs Brick and Stone Inc.

Springfield Pit

Abandoned Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Acme-Ochs Brick and Stone Inc

Controller: Berkshire Hathaway Inc

Location: Springfield, Brown County, MN

3
Violations
2
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$508
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
06/07/2010 56.15005 S&S LowNegligence $100
06/07/2010 46.9(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/07/2010 56.14101(a)(2) S&S ModNegligence $308

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
09/21/2009 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT 4d lost, 14d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
09/11/2012 09/11/2012 4.00 1
09/13/2011 09/13/2011 6.50 1
08/23/2011 08/23/2011 2.00 1
06/07/2010 06/08/2010 21.00 1
06/01/2009 06/02/2009 5.00 1
09/16/2008 09/16/2008 7.75 1
07/24/2008 07/24/2008 4.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2100154
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Clays NEC
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates44.2513890, -95.0183330
Nearest TownSpringfield

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Springfield Pit have?

Springfield Pit has 3 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $508.

What type of mine is Springfield Pit?

Springfield Pit is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Springfield, Brown County, MN. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Springfield Pit?

According to MSHA records, Springfield Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Springfield Pit?

Springfield Pit is operated by Acme-Ochs Brick and Stone Inc and controlled by Berkshire Hathaway Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2100154.