Key Takeaway
Tampico Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wingate, Mckinley County, NM. It has 99 violations on record (27 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vernon Hamilton Construction Company.
Tampico Pit
Operator: Vernon Hamilton Construction Company
Controller: Larson Family Enterprises LLC; BRose Holdings LLC
Location: Wingate, Mckinley County, NM
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 99 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14207 | S&S | HighNegligence | $592 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.15004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $267 |
| 06/09/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 08/28/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/09/2023 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2021 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/10/2024 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 08/28/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 08/08/2023 | 08/14/2023 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/15/2021 | 11/17/2021 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 12/09/2020 | 12/11/2020 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2019 | 11/06/2019 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 06/03/2019 | 06/05/2019 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 11/28/2018 | 11/28/2018 | 8.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Tampico Pit have?
Tampico Pit has 99 MSHA violations on record, of which 27 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is Tampico Pit?
Tampico Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Wingate, Mckinley County, NM. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Tampico Pit?
According to MSHA records, Tampico Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Tampico Pit?
Tampico Pit is operated by Vernon Hamilton Construction Company and controlled by Larson Family Enterprises LLC; BRose Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 2902076.