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
Operator: A M Welles Inc
Controller: Alfred Hokanson
Location: Norris, Madison County, MT
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 35 →| 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
View all 2 →| 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
View all 47 →| 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 |
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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.