Key Takeaway
U S Brick Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, TX. It has 8 violations on record (0 S&S) and $815 in proposed penalties. Operated by General Shale Brick, Inc..
U S Brick Pit
Operator: General Shale Brick, Inc.
Controller: Wienerberger AG
Location: Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, TX
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $161 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $161 |
| 05/17/2018 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/25/2014 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/20/2010 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/31/2006 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/19/2006 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/27/2001 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2021 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 31 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/25/2025 | 03/25/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 09/11/2023 | 09/11/2023 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 09/27/2022 | 09/27/2022 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 01/31/2022 | 02/02/2022 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 01/31/2022 | 01/31/2022 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 10/05/2020 | 10/06/2020 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 05/16/2018 | 05/18/2018 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 07/14/2014 | 07/17/2014 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 03/24/2014 | 03/31/2014 | 9.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does U S Brick Pit have?
U S Brick Pit has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $815.
What type of mine is U S Brick Pit?
U S Brick Pit is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, TX. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at U S Brick Pit?
According to MSHA records, U S Brick Pit has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates U S Brick Pit?
U S Brick Pit is operated by General Shale Brick, Inc. and controlled by Wienerberger AG. MSHA Mine ID: 4102829.