Key Takeaway

Svoboda Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Balsam Lake, Polk County, WI. It has 3 violations on record (2 S&S) and $453 in proposed penalties. Operated by UCS, LLC.

Svoboda Pit

Intermittent Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: UCS, LLC

Controller: Nick Walton

Location: Balsam Lake, Polk County, WI

Employees: 3

3
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$453
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
09/16/2025 62.110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
09/15/2025 56.14130(g) S&S ModNegligence $151
09/15/2025 56.20003(a) S&S ModNegligence $151

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
09/15/2025 09/16/2025 18.50 1
07/21/2025 07/21/2025 1.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4703956
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates45.4172220, -92.4380560
Nearest TownBalsam Lake

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Svoboda Pit have?

Svoboda Pit has 3 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $453.

What type of mine is Svoboda Pit?

Svoboda Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Balsam Lake, Polk County, WI. It currently has 3 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Svoboda Pit?

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

Who operates Svoboda Pit?

Svoboda Pit is operated by UCS, LLC and controlled by Nick Walton. MSHA Mine ID: 4703956.