Key Takeaway
Venture Portable 1 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lakin, Kearny County, KS. It has 55 violations on record (16 S&S) and $23K in proposed penalties. Operated by Venture Corporation.
Venture Portable 1
Operator: Venture Corporation
Controller: Orville Spray III
Location: Lakin, Kearny County, KS
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 55 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2026 | 56.14211(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,749 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,431 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,749 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,431 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/28/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $959 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $959 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 08/12/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/26/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Inspections
View all 23 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 | 02/06/2026 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 01/28/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 27.50 | 1 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/14/2025 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 04/09/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 04/03/2025 | 04/03/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/25/2025 | 03/27/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/11/2024 | 03/13/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 02/23/2024 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 02/14/2023 | 02/15/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Venture Portable 1 have?
Venture Portable 1 has 55 MSHA violations on record, of which 16 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $23K.
What type of mine is Venture Portable 1?
Venture Portable 1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lakin, Kearny County, KS. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Venture Portable 1?
According to MSHA records, Venture Portable 1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Venture Portable 1?
Venture Portable 1 is operated by Venture Corporation and controlled by Orville Spray III. MSHA Mine ID: 1401662.