Key Takeaway

Zbranek Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Colorado County, TX. It has 13 violations on record (1 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Zbranek Gravel LLC.

Zbranek Pit

Active Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: Zbranek Gravel LLC

Controller: Alan Zbranek

Location: Columbus, Colorado County, TX

Employees: 2

13
Violations
1
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$1K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
02/03/2026 56.14107(a) S&S ModNegligence $0
02/03/2026 56.14103(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
07/31/2025 46.9(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
03/27/2024 46.8(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $164
03/27/2024 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
09/13/2023 56.14103(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $143
03/21/2022 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $133
01/11/2022 56.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $133
08/12/2003 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
09/26/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/26/2001 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/26/2001 56.14130(a)(3) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
09/26/2001 56.9300(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/11/2026 02/11/2026 0.50 1
02/03/2026 02/03/2026 16.75 1
09/17/2025 09/17/2025 16.75 1
07/31/2025 07/31/2025 11.00 1
03/27/2024 03/28/2024 7.00 1
09/13/2023 09/14/2023 12.00 1
03/21/2022 03/21/2022 6.50 1
01/11/2022 01/11/2022 7.00 1
05/16/2006 05/16/2006 5.00 1
10/06/2005 10/06/2005 7.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4102467
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees2
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift9.0
Coordinates29.6122220, -96.5116670
Nearest TownColumbus

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Zbranek Pit have?

Zbranek Pit has 13 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.

What type of mine is Zbranek Pit?

Zbranek Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Columbus, Colorado County, TX. It currently has 2 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Zbranek Pit?

According to MSHA records, Zbranek Pit has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Zbranek Pit?

Zbranek Pit is operated by Zbranek Gravel LLC and controlled by Alan Zbranek. MSHA Mine ID: 4102467.