Key Takeaway
U S Hill Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Velaroe, Taos County, NM. It has 34 violations on record (16 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals Incorporated.
U S Hill Mine
Operator: Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals Incorporated
Controller: Oglebay Norton Company
Location: Velaroe, Taos County, NM
Recent Violations
View all 34 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2004 | 48.5(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $254 |
| 04/07/2004 | 48.8 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $178 |
| 10/16/2001 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 10/16/2001 | 56.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/16/2001 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 10/16/2001 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/16/2001 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/27/2001 | 56.12005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 06/27/2001 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/26/2001 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 06/26/2001 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 06/26/2001 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/26/2001 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/26/2001 | 56.20008(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/29/2000 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 11/29/2000 | 56.15005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 11/28/2000 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 11/28/2000 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 11/28/2000 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 11/28/2000 | 56.12001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2002 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 14 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2004 | 04/07/2004 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 08/13/2003 | 08/13/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/27/2002 | 08/28/2002 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2001 | 11/27/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/16/2001 | 10/17/2001 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 06/26/2001 | 06/28/2001 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/28/2000 | 11/29/2000 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2000 | 10/02/2000 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/29/2000 | 08/29/2000 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 08/29/2000 | 08/29/2000 | 0.00 | 0 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does U S Hill Mine have?
U S Hill Mine has 34 MSHA violations on record, of which 16 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is U S Hill Mine?
U S Hill Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Velaroe, Taos County, NM. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at U S Hill Mine?
According to MSHA records, U S Hill Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates U S Hill Mine?
U S Hill Mine is operated by Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals Incorporated and controlled by Oglebay Norton Company. MSHA Mine ID: 2900608.