Key Takeaway
Trico Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in FERNLEY, Storey County, NV. It has 162 violations on record (55 S&S) and $300K in proposed penalties. Operated by Gopher Construction.
Trico Pit
Operator: Gopher Construction
Controller: Don W Tibbals
Location: FERNLEY, Storey County, NV
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 162 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 10/02/2024 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.14132(b)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/15/2022 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $905 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $9,979 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $606 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $563 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $563 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 12/08/2022 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 12/08/2022 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 12/08/2022 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
| 12/08/2022 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $169 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/12/2025 | 02/15/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/19/2024 | 11/19/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2024 | 10/02/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/02/2024 | 10/02/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2024 | 09/04/2024 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 03/19/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 06/01/2023 | 06/03/2023 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 12/08/2022 | 12/23/2022 | 39.00 | 1 |
| 12/08/2022 | 12/23/2022 | 21.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Trico Pit have?
Trico Pit has 162 MSHA violations on record, of which 55 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $300K.
What type of mine is Trico Pit?
Trico Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in FERNLEY, Storey County, NV. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Trico Pit?
According to MSHA records, Trico Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Trico Pit?
Trico Pit is operated by Gopher Construction and controlled by Don W Tibbals. MSHA Mine ID: 2602518.