Key Takeaway
Cottonwood Mines is a active underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Randlette, Uintah County, UT. It has 48 violations on record (3 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by American Gilsonite Company.
Cottonwood Mines
Operator: American Gilsonite Company
Controller: American Gilsonite Company
Location: Randlette, Uintah County, UT
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 48 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 57.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 57.12026 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 57.14115 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 48.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 57.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 57.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $226 |
| 10/09/2024 | 57.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 07/10/2024 | 57.11051(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 57.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 57.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $453 |
| 04/02/2024 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/27/2024 | 57.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $453 |
| 01/27/2024 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/27/2024 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/15/2023 | 57.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/15/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/15/2023 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/26/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 3d restricted |
| 05/20/2024 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 106d restricted |
| 04/23/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/14/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 05/06/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/14/2008 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/03/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/25/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 03/05/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 11/05/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
Inspections
View all 74 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2026 | 01/30/2026 | 36.00 | 2 |
| 11/17/2025 | 12/01/2025 | 61.50 | 3 |
| 08/25/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 60.75 | 4 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 123.00 | 4 |
| 01/27/2025 | 01/30/2025 | 49.50 | 2 |
| 10/09/2024 | 10/10/2024 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 07/11/2024 | 25.50 | 2 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 01/27/2024 | 02/08/2024 | 24.00 | 2 |
| 11/15/2023 | 12/11/2023 | 19.75 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cottonwood Mines have?
Cottonwood Mines has 48 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is Cottonwood Mines?
Cottonwood Mines is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Randlette, Uintah County, UT. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cottonwood Mines?
According to MSHA records, Cottonwood Mines has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cottonwood Mines?
Cottonwood Mines is operated by American Gilsonite Company and controlled by American Gilsonite Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4202044.