Key Takeaway
Townsend Pit is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Bell, Fl., Gilchrist County, FL. It has 44 violations on record (12 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Gilchrist County.
Townsend Pit
Operator: Gilchrist County
Controller: Gilchrist County-Fl
Location: Bell, Fl., Gilchrist County, FL
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 44 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/19/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/12/2016 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 11/19/2013 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/15/2011 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 04/06/2011 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 04/06/2011 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/15/2010 | 46.11(b)(6) | S&S | ModNegligence | $112 |
| 10/21/2009 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/21/2009 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2008 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/28/2007 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $873 |
| 11/28/2007 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,901 |
| 06/06/2007 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 06/06/2007 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 09/05/2006 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/05/2006 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/05/2006 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/05/2006 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 09/05/2006 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/05/2006 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 66 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 12/12/2024 | 12/13/2024 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/03/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 11/06/2023 | 11/08/2023 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 07/25/2023 | 07/25/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2022 | 10/05/2022 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 06/01/2022 | 06/03/2022 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/14/2021 | 10/14/2021 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/20/2021 | 09/21/2021 | 7.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Townsend Pit have?
Townsend Pit has 44 MSHA violations on record, of which 12 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Townsend Pit?
Townsend Pit is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Bell, Fl., Gilchrist County, FL. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Townsend Pit?
According to MSHA records, Townsend Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Townsend Pit?
Townsend Pit is operated by Gilchrist County and controlled by Gilchrist County-Fl. MSHA Mine ID: 0801252.