WEST PIT
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Arps Gravel & Concrete Inc
Controller: Mike Arps
Location: Fremont, Colfax County, NE
Employees: 3
58
Violations
13
S&S Violations
5
Accidents
$21K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 58 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2024 | 56.16007 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/27/2021 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 10/27/2021 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/14/2021 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/14/2021 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $146 |
| 06/11/2019 | 56.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/11/2019 | 56.14108 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/11/2019 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 06/11/2019 | 62.160(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/04/2017 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 06/01/2016 | 46.4(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 05/25/2016 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 05/25/2016 | 56.12040 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,161 |
| 05/25/2016 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 05/25/2016 | 56.12013(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/25/2016 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 07/23/2014 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/14/2012 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 15d restricted |
| 10/13/2011 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/16/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 03/07/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 09/20/2000 | FIRE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
Inspections
View all 45 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 02/18/2026 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 11/06/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/17/2024 | 07/18/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 08/31/2023 | 08/31/2023 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 10/27/2021 | 10/27/2021 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 04/13/2021 | 04/14/2021 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 03/23/2020 | 03/26/2020 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 06/10/2019 | 06/11/2019 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 10/04/2017 | 10/04/2017 | 14.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2500534
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates41.4480560, -97.0619440
Nearest TownFremont
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WEST PIT have?
WEST PIT has 58 MSHA violations on record, of which 13 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $21K.
What type of mine is WEST PIT?
WEST PIT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Fremont, Colfax County, NE. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WEST PIT?
According to MSHA records, WEST PIT has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates WEST PIT?
WEST PIT is operated by Arps Gravel & Concrete Inc and controlled by Mike Arps. MSHA Mine ID: 2500534.