Key Takeaway
Sweetwater Quarry is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sweetwater, Nolan County, TX. It has 185 violations on record (39 S&S) and $68K in proposed penalties. Operated by United States Gypsum Company.
Sweetwater Quarry
Operator: United States Gypsum Company
Controller: USG Corporation
Location: Sweetwater, Nolan County, TX
Employees: 47
Recent Violations
View all 185 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/06/2025 | 56.11011 | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 10/06/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/10/2025 | 58.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 09/10/2025 | 58.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 06/11/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/10/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14211(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 32 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2024 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 05/08/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/14/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/12/2023 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 07/12/2018 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2017 | HOISTING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/06/2017 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 07/08/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/19/2015 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/11/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
Inspections
View all 63 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 39.75 | 1 |
| 09/25/2025 | 09/26/2025 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/11/2025 | 31.00 | 2 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 28.25 | 1 |
| 01/06/2025 | 01/10/2025 | 49.00 | 2 |
| 06/01/2024 | 06/05/2024 | 23.75 | 1 |
| 02/11/2024 | 02/12/2024 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 04/10/2023 | 04/21/2023 | 39.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sweetwater Quarry have?
Sweetwater Quarry has 185 MSHA violations on record, of which 39 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $68K.
What type of mine is Sweetwater Quarry?
Sweetwater Quarry is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Sweetwater, Nolan County, TX. It currently has 47 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sweetwater Quarry?
According to MSHA records, Sweetwater Quarry has 32 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sweetwater Quarry?
Sweetwater Quarry is operated by United States Gypsum Company and controlled by USG Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4100847.