Key Takeaway
Vella Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in ANN ARBOR, Washtenaw County, MI. It has 37 violations on record (3 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mid Michigan Materials Vella Pit.
Vella Pit
Operator: Mid Michigan Materials Vella Pit
Controller: Chris Peyerk; James A Jacob
Location: ANN ARBOR, Washtenaw County, MI
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 37 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/26/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 01/10/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/01/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/16/2022 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/15/2022 | 56.15014 | S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 03/14/2022 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/14/2022 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/14/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/20/2020 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/18/2019 | 50.30-1(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 12/06/2017 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
Inspections
View all 51 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 02/10/2026 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 10/15/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 05/28/2024 | 05/29/2024 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 01/10/2024 | 01/10/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 08/08/2023 | 08/08/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 03/16/2023 | 03/16/2023 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 03/01/2023 | 03/02/2023 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2022 | 07/07/2022 | 22.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Vella Pit have?
Vella Pit has 37 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Vella Pit?
Vella Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in ANN ARBOR, Washtenaw County, MI. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Vella Pit?
According to MSHA records, Vella Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Vella Pit?
Vella Pit is operated by Mid Michigan Materials Vella Pit and controlled by Chris Peyerk; James A Jacob. MSHA Mine ID: 2000872.