Key Takeaway
WELLES 3 is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Norris, Madison County, MT. It has 26 violations on record (4 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by A M Welles Inc.
WELLES 3
Operator: A M Welles Inc
Controller: Alfred Hokanson
Location: Norris, Madison County, MT
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 26 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2024 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/09/2019 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 04/25/2017 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/21/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 11/21/2016 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 11/21/2016 | 56.14110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/29/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/29/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/29/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/18/2014 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/14/2007 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/14/2007 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/19/2007 | 56.4101 | S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 04/19/2007 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 04/12/2006 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 01/19/2005 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 01/19/2005 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/19/2005 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 01/19/2005 | 56.9100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 06/09/2004 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $72 |
Inspections
View all 34 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 12/31/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 08/21/2025 | 08/21/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/12/2025 | 18.75 | 1 |
| 03/06/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 08/07/2024 | 08/08/2024 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 03/25/2024 | 03/26/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 01/24/2023 | 01/25/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 11/08/2021 | 11/09/2021 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/23/2021 | 03/24/2021 | 6.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WELLES 3 have?
WELLES 3 has 26 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is WELLES 3?
WELLES 3 is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Norris, Madison County, MT. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WELLES 3?
According to MSHA records, WELLES 3 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates WELLES 3?
WELLES 3 is operated by A M Welles Inc and controlled by Alfred Hokanson. MSHA Mine ID: 2402293.