Key Takeaway
Poteet Plant is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Poteet, Atascosa County, TX. It has 157 violations on record (38 S&S) and $239K in proposed penalties. Operated by Carousel Energy Services.
Poteet Plant
Operator: Carousel Energy Services
Controller: Carl L Mitchell
Location: Poteet, Atascosa County, TX
Employees: 15
Recent Violations
View all 157 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.20003(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 08/05/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 41.30 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $14,557 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $14,557 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $4,383 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/15/2025 | 56.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/25/2020 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/24/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/29/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 49d lost |
| 10/04/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 8d restricted |
Inspections
View all 31 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 10/20/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 08/04/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 01/14/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/14/2025 | 01/29/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/18/2024 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/01/2024 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 06/12/2024 | 06/12/2024 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 03/14/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2024 | 03/04/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 02/27/2024 | 03/04/2024 | 40.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Poteet Plant have?
Poteet Plant has 157 MSHA violations on record, of which 38 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $239K.
What type of mine is Poteet Plant?
Poteet Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Poteet, Atascosa County, TX. It currently has 15 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Poteet Plant?
According to MSHA records, Poteet Plant has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Poteet Plant?
Poteet Plant is operated by Carousel Energy Services and controlled by Carl L Mitchell. MSHA Mine ID: 4105415.