Key Takeaway
WELLES 1 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Norris, Madison County, MT. It has 74 violations on record (10 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by A M Welles Inc.
WELLES 1
Operator: A M Welles Inc
Controller: Alfred Hokanson
Location: Norris, Madison County, MT
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 74 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 03/11/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/11/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/14/2023 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/22/2023 | 50.20-7 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/05/2022 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/16/2021 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 09/20/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/20/2021 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/09/2021 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 07/15/2020 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/15/2020 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/15/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 02/25/2020 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 10/31/2018 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/07/2018 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 140d lost, 19d restricted |
| 11/13/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 11/26/2018 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/18/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 280d lost |
| 12/19/2000 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 38d lost |
| 02/03/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 59 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 02/25/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/05/2025 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2024 | 08/07/2024 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 11/27/2023 | 11/29/2023 | 33.25 | 1 |
| 06/12/2023 | 06/15/2023 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2023 | 05/26/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 01/24/2023 | 01/25/2023 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 01/04/2022 | 01/06/2022 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 11/16/2021 | 11/17/2021 | 10.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WELLES 1 have?
WELLES 1 has 74 MSHA violations on record, of which 10 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is WELLES 1?
WELLES 1 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Norris, Madison County, MT. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WELLES 1?
According to MSHA records, WELLES 1 has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates WELLES 1?
WELLES 1 is operated by A M Welles Inc and controlled by Alfred Hokanson. MSHA Mine ID: 2402085.