Key Takeaway
TMR Pit is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Des Moines, Union County, NM. It has 36 violations on record (6 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by B T U Block & Concrete Inc.
TMR Pit
Operator: B T U Block & Concrete Inc
Controller: Buddy Sonchar
Location: Des Moines, Union County, NM
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 36 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 56.23004(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 07/31/2025 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/08/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 07/08/2025 | 56.20008(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/10/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/15/2023 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/04/2020 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/16/2020 | 46.4(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 01/29/2018 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/19/2016 | 56.11003 | S&S | HighNegligence | $413 |
| 10/19/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 02/18/2016 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | HighNegligence | $243 |
| 02/18/2016 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/17/2014 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/17/2014 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/17/2014 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/10/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 34 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 02/25/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 07/31/2025 | 08/01/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2025 | 07/08/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/04/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 02/11/2025 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 11/16/2023 | 11/16/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/14/2023 | 02/15/2023 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 09/14/2022 | 09/14/2022 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 11/03/2020 | 11/04/2020 | 8.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does TMR Pit have?
TMR Pit has 36 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is TMR Pit?
TMR Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Des Moines, Union County, NM. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at TMR Pit?
According to MSHA records, TMR Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates TMR Pit?
TMR Pit is operated by B T U Block & Concrete Inc and controlled by Buddy Sonchar. MSHA Mine ID: 2902337.