Key Takeaway
Standard Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Elgin, Bastrop County, TX. It has 19 violations on record (0 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Acme Brick Company.
Standard Pit
Operator: Acme Brick Company
Controller: Berkshire Hathaway Inc
Location: Elgin, Bastrop County, TX
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 19 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2025 | 56.7002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/08/2025 | 48.28(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 07/18/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/14/2022 | 56.4200(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/14/2022 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/04/2021 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 07/25/2018 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/24/2018 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/19/2016 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $114 |
| 03/21/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/08/2014 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/03/2013 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/03/2013 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 06/03/2013 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 10/26/2010 | 56.14206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/09/2003 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/09/2003 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/18/2000 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 10/18/2000 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
Inspections
View all 31 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 10/20/2025 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 10/08/2025 | 10/10/2025 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 10/08/2025 | 10/10/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/18/2025 | 07/18/2025 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 02/22/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 08/28/2023 | 08/31/2023 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/19/2022 | 09/21/2022 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 09/13/2022 | 09/15/2022 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 08/04/2021 | 08/04/2021 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 08/04/2020 | 08/05/2020 | 11.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Standard Pit have?
Standard Pit has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Standard Pit?
Standard Pit is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Elgin, Bastrop County, TX. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Standard Pit?
According to MSHA records, Standard Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Standard Pit?
Standard Pit is operated by Acme Brick Company and controlled by Berkshire Hathaway Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4100264.