Key Takeaway
Cowboy Mining Co is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Study Butte, Brewster County, TX. It has 157 violations on record (53 S&S) and $47K in proposed penalties. Operated by PDSCo INC.
Cowboy Mining Co
Operator: PDSCo INC
Controller: Rob Newsom
Location: Study Butte, Brewster County, TX
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 157 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/07/2024 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/07/2024 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 05/07/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/09/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/16/2023 | 56.4104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/18/2023 | 56.15004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/06/2022 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/29/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/30/2021 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $159 |
| 06/30/2021 | 46.6(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $139 |
| 02/09/2021 | 56.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 02/09/2021 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 02/09/2021 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 02/09/2021 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 05/05/2020 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 12/04/2019 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2011 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 1d restricted |
| 12/03/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 6d lost, 5d restricted |
| 01/29/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 72 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 17.25 | 1 |
| 08/12/2025 | 08/14/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 03/27/2025 | 03/31/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 07/02/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 05/06/2024 | 05/09/2024 | 27.50 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/09/2024 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 08/16/2023 | 08/18/2023 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 04/17/2023 | 05/22/2023 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 07/06/2022 | 07/06/2022 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 03/28/2022 | 03/29/2022 | 14.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cowboy Mining Co have?
Cowboy Mining Co has 157 MSHA violations on record, of which 53 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $47K.
What type of mine is Cowboy Mining Co?
Cowboy Mining Co is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Study Butte, Brewster County, TX. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cowboy Mining Co?
According to MSHA records, Cowboy Mining Co has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cowboy Mining Co?
Cowboy Mining Co is operated by PDSCo INC and controlled by Rob Newsom. MSHA Mine ID: 4103922.