Key Takeaway

Star Materials is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Andrews, Huntington County, IN. It has 26 violations on record (5 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Knecht Excavating dba Star Excavating.

Star Materials

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Knecht Excavating dba Star Excavating

Controller: Lon E Knecht

Location: Andrews, Huntington County, IN

26
Violations
5
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$3K
Penalties

Recent Violations

View all 26 →
Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
05/11/2016 56.9300(a) S&S ModNegligence $243
06/16/2014 Non-S&S ModNegligence $112
06/16/2014 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/28/2013 56.12004 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/28/2013 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/26/2009 46.9(b)(5) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/26/2009 56.4101 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/26/2009 56.18002(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/26/2009 56.15003 S&S ModNegligence $100
08/12/2008 56.14130(g) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
04/02/2008 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
04/02/2008 56.12028 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
10/05/2004 56.9300(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/29/2004 56.14130(g) S&S LowNegligence $99
07/24/2002 56.11012 Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
07/24/2002 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/21/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $207
09/06/2000 56.13015(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
09/06/2000 56.14201(b) S&S ModNegligence $196
09/06/2000 56.11001 S&S ModNegligence $196

Accidents & Injuries

View all 1 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
07/07/2004 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 1d restricted

Inspections

View all 21 →
Begin End Hours Inspectors
08/09/2017 08/09/2017 2.50 1
05/11/2016 05/11/2016 11.50 1
05/05/2015 05/05/2015 11.25 1
06/16/2014 06/17/2014 13.50 1
06/28/2013 06/28/2013 10.00 1
04/11/2012 04/11/2012 16.25 1
10/13/2010 10/13/2010 16.25 1
04/14/2010 04/14/2010 10.50 1
09/10/2009 09/10/2009 5.00 1
08/26/2009 08/26/2009 15.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1200665
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates40.8711110, -85.6130560
Nearest TownAndrews

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Star Materials have?

Star Materials has 26 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.

What type of mine is Star Materials?

Star Materials is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Andrews, Huntington County, IN. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Star Materials?

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

Who operates Star Materials?

Star Materials is operated by Knecht Excavating dba Star Excavating and controlled by Lon E Knecht. MSHA Mine ID: 1200665.