Key Takeaway
VELA PIT is a abandoned surface mine producing Stone, located in Linn, Hidalgo County, TX. It has 29 violations on record (3 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Val-Tex Asphalr & Environmental Recycling Inc..
VELA PIT
Operator: Val-Tex Asphalr & Environmental Recycling Inc.
Controller: Joe C Ballenger
Location: Linn, Hidalgo County, TX
Recent Violations
View all 29 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25/2006 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2005 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/01/2003 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $294 |
| 10/23/2001 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/23/2001 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/23/2001 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14130(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14101(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14130(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $294 |
| 05/03/2001 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2006 | 02/02/2006 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 01/25/2006 | 01/25/2006 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 08/16/2005 | 08/19/2005 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 07/27/2004 | 07/27/2004 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 01/29/2004 | 01/29/2004 | 19.00 | 2 |
| 04/01/2003 | 04/01/2003 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2002 | 10/17/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/02/2002 | 05/02/2002 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 01/16/2002 | 01/16/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2001 | 11/27/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does VELA PIT have?
VELA PIT has 29 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is VELA PIT?
VELA PIT is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Linn, Hidalgo County, TX. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at VELA PIT?
According to MSHA records, VELA PIT has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates VELA PIT?
VELA PIT is operated by Val-Tex Asphalr & Environmental Recycling Inc. and controlled by Joe C Ballenger. MSHA Mine ID: 4104087.