Key Takeaway

WELLES 2 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Norris, Madison County, MT. It has 35 violations on record (4 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by A M Welles Inc.

WELLES 2

Active Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: A M Welles Inc

Controller: Alfred Hokanson

Location: Norris, Madison County, MT

Employees: 3

35
Violations
4
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$6K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/10/2023 56.16005 Non-S&S LowNegligence $143
02/07/2023 56.14112(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $143
09/08/2021 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
09/08/2021 56.4130(a)(3) Non-S&S LowNegligence $125
03/23/2021 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
10/16/2019 46.9(c)(4) Non-S&S LowNegligence $121
10/15/2019 56.4102 Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
04/11/2018 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $118
04/26/2017 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $116
11/01/2016 56.4200(b)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $114
11/01/2016 56.4601 Non-S&S LowNegligence $114
05/28/2015 56.14100(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/28/2015 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/17/2014 56.4200(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/26/2009 56.14132(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
10/26/2009 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
10/26/2009 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/01/2007 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/01/2007 56.4101 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
05/01/2007 56.12006 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
07/12/2002 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 37d lost
10/15/2001 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 9d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/02/2026 02/04/2026 18.00 1
08/25/2025 08/26/2025 21.25 1
03/10/2025 03/11/2025 12.50 1
09/11/2024 09/11/2024 7.25 1
02/15/2024 02/15/2024 6.50 1
08/09/2023 08/10/2023 14.75 1
02/06/2023 02/07/2023 14.75 1
08/22/2022 08/23/2022 17.00 1
01/03/2022 01/04/2022 10.50 1
09/08/2021 09/08/2021 8.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2402133
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates45.5838890, -111.5955560
Nearest TownNorris

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does WELLES 2 have?

WELLES 2 has 35 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.

What type of mine is WELLES 2?

WELLES 2 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 2?

According to MSHA records, WELLES 2 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates WELLES 2?

WELLES 2 is operated by A M Welles Inc and controlled by Alfred Hokanson. MSHA Mine ID: 2402133.