Dollar General
A951 E Pima St, Gila Bend 85337
Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-13028
Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history6 on record
2026
Feb 5, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Aug 6, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 26, 2025Routine1 priority3 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food items located in a reach-in refrigerator registering internal temperatures of 51°F. TCS food items include: various deli meats, hot dogs, sausages, bacon, eggs, cheese and lunchables. Upon further investigation, observed the reach-in unit registering an ambient air temperature of 51°F as well. Per manager the food items were placed into the reach-in refrigerator between 1-2 days prior to the time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. The manager voluntarily discarded the food items at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand sink in the restroom with the mop sink in need of additional caulking/sealing at the sink/wall juncture. The establishment shall maintain any equipment fixed to the wall sealed to produce a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Inspector's notes
Observed significant amount of trash and other debris located near the dumpster at the back of the property. Trash was on the ground inside the stall housing the dumpster and on the ground throughout the back of the property. The establishment shall maintain the garbage/refuse areas clean and free of trash/debris on the ground. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-501.115 - Core: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures
Inspector's notes
Observed section of wall near the mop sink beginning to degrade from water damage. The establishment shall maintain the walls in a smooth, easily cleanable condition. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability
2024
Oct 30, 2024Routine3 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed shelves of refrigerators holding gallons of milk with an accumulation of dried, spilled milk and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector's notes
Observed faucet at the mop sink without a properly functioning atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) backflow prevention device. The top of the AVB was missing and water leaked from the device when the water was turned on. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. The establishment shall replace the backflow prevention device. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed the fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) located along the mop sink beginning to corrode/degrade. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas
Jul 9, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with manager maintaining the hand sink in the restroom stocked with hand soap and paper towels at all times.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple gallons of whole milk being cold held in a reach-in refrigerator near the back of the store registering an internal temperature of 60°F. Per manager, the milk has been in the refrigerator since yesterday when they received a shipment. The reach-in refrigeration unit measured 56°F with a min/max thermometer. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. The establishment shall not use the refrigerator for cold holding perishable food items until it is repaired. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed a broken atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) located at the mop sink inside the public restroom. The AVB device was missing it's cover and appeared to be in disrepair when the water was turned on. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
2023
Nov 1, 2023Routine1 coreA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Breeanna M. Report e-mailed to manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Signer: Breeanna Miranda,Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: A
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed significant buildup of food residue on lowest shelf and wire shelving in several reach-in refrigerators and freezers, including both units closest to the back storage room. Please ensure nonfood contact surfaces are kept clean to sight and touch. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →