Key Takeaway
West Fontana Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Independence, Tangipahoa County, LA. It has 58 violations on record (14 S&S) and $21K in proposed penalties. Operated by Northern Sand and Gravel LLC.
West Fontana Pit
Operator: Northern Sand and Gravel LLC
Controller: Stacey Cambre; Shane Cambre
Location: Independence, Tangipahoa County, LA
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 58 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.14132(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 04/22/2025 | 56.14132(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 04/21/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,642 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $736 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.19024 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,463 |
| 12/07/2023 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $295 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,463 |
| 05/31/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $182 |
| 05/31/2023 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
Inspections
View all 18 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | 11/18/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 11/05/2025 | 11/06/2025 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 04/21/2025 | 04/22/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/17/2024 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 04/17/2024 | 04/19/2024 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 12/06/2023 | 12/07/2023 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 06/20/2023 | 06/20/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/30/2023 | 06/01/2023 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 02/09/2023 | 02/09/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 01/11/2023 | 01/11/2023 | 13.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does West Fontana Pit have?
West Fontana Pit has 58 MSHA violations on record, of which 14 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $21K.
What type of mine is West Fontana Pit?
West Fontana Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Independence, Tangipahoa County, LA. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at West Fontana Pit?
According to MSHA records, West Fontana Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates West Fontana Pit?
West Fontana Pit is operated by Northern Sand and Gravel LLC and controlled by Stacey Cambre; Shane Cambre. MSHA Mine ID: 1601582.