Star Pit #1
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: JTL Group, Inc.
Controller: Knife River Corporation
Location: Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY
Employees: 9
150
Violations
19
S&S Violations
20
Accidents
$54K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 150 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/06/2025 | 56.12020 | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.4602 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/04/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/04/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/04/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 03/13/2025 | 46.7(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/13/2025 | 41.13 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $151 |
| 04/04/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 04/04/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 04/03/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 04/03/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 04/03/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,098 |
| 11/15/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/08/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/08/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/02/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 156d lost |
| 09/24/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/29/2017 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/08/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/11/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/26/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
| 08/08/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/13/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/19/2007 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 53 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 | 11/07/2025 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 09/04/2025 | 09/05/2025 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/14/2025 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/09/2024 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 11/07/2023 | 11/15/2023 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 08/09/2023 | 08/09/2023 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 03/20/2023 | 03/23/2023 | 31.50 | 1 |
| 09/20/2022 | 09/21/2022 | 29.75 | 1 |
| 04/05/2022 | 04/06/2022 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/07/2022 | 03/10/2022 | 48.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4801383
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees9
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates41.0997220, -104.7375000
Nearest TownCheyenne
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Star Pit #1 have?
Star Pit #1 has 150 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $54K.
What type of mine is Star Pit #1?
Star Pit #1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Star Pit #1?
According to MSHA records, Star Pit #1 has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Star Pit #1?
Star Pit #1 is operated by JTL Group, Inc. and controlled by Knife River Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4801383.