Key Takeaway

Thistle is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM. It has 4 violations on record (0 S&S) and $621 in proposed penalties. Operated by Albuquerque Asphalt Inc..

Thistle

Intermittent Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Albuquerque Asphalt Inc.

Controller: Robert Wood; Bruce Loughridge; Brian Loughridge

Location: Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM

Employees: 18

4
Violations
0
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$621
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
09/25/2025 47.31(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/25/2025 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/25/2025 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/08/2025 46.5(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $168

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
09/08/2025 09/25/2025 34.00 3

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2902559
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees18
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates34.7241670, -106.5472220
Nearest TownLos Lunas

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Thistle have?

Thistle has 4 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $621.

What type of mine is Thistle?

Thistle is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Los Lunas, Valencia County, NM. It currently has 18 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Thistle?

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

Who operates Thistle?

Thistle is operated by Albuquerque Asphalt Inc. and controlled by Robert Wood; Bruce Loughridge; Brian Loughridge. MSHA Mine ID: 2902559.