Key Takeaway
Washplant 1 is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Parachute, CO, Mesa County, CO. It has 18 violations on record (4 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Elam Sand and Gravel.
Washplant 1
Operator: Elam Sand and Gravel
Controller: Summit Materials LLC
Location: Parachute, CO, Mesa County, CO
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 18 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/15/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/15/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/12/2021 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/12/2021 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/30/2018 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/26/2014 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 08/26/2014 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/31/2011 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/31/2011 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/31/2011 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 07/13/2010 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/09/2010 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/09/2010 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 07/24/2008 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/24/2008 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/10/2008 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/10/2008 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 23 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 11/12/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 08/12/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/15/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/18/2023 | 09/18/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2022 | 08/24/2022 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 04/11/2021 | 04/13/2021 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2020 | 09/29/2020 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/06/2018 | 11/06/2018 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 10/30/2018 | 10/30/2018 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 05/16/2018 | 05/16/2018 | 12.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Washplant 1 have?
Washplant 1 has 18 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Washplant 1?
Washplant 1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Parachute, CO, Mesa County, CO. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Washplant 1?
According to MSHA records, Washplant 1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Washplant 1?
Washplant 1 is operated by Elam Sand and Gravel and controlled by Summit Materials LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 0504873.