Key Takeaway

Whale's Back Pit is a intermittent surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Poland, Androscoggin County, ME. It has 2 violations on record (1 S&S) and $302 in proposed penalties. Operated by Aceto Sand & Gravel LLC.

Whale's Back Pit

Intermittent Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Aceto Sand & Gravel LLC

Controller: Dan Aceto

Location: Poland, Androscoggin County, ME

Employees: 2

2
Violations
1
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$302
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
04/02/2025 56.14112(b) S&S LowNegligence $151
04/02/2025 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
03/31/2025 04/03/2025 19.25 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1701153
Mine TypeSurface
StatusIntermittent
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees2
Days/Week3.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates44.0513890, -70.3819440
Nearest TownPoland

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Whale's Back Pit have?

Whale's Back Pit has 2 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $302.

What type of mine is Whale's Back Pit?

Whale's Back Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Poland, Androscoggin County, ME. It currently has 2 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Whale's Back Pit?

According to MSHA records, Whale's Back Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Whale's Back Pit?

Whale's Back Pit is operated by Aceto Sand & Gravel LLC and controlled by Dan Aceto. MSHA Mine ID: 1701153.