Key Takeaway
Tabasco Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Penitas, Hidalgo County, TX. It has 265 violations on record (80 S&S) and $122K in proposed penalties. Operated by CAPA.
Tabasco Pit
Operator: CAPA
Controller: Ramiro J Flores; Rufino Garza
Location: Penitas, Hidalgo County, TX
Employees: 27
Recent Violations
View all 265 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14131(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 07/29/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,574 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $5,574 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 07/16/2024 | 56.15005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 07/16/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 05/15/2024 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/14/2024 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/14/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/28/2023 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,182 |
| 11/28/2023 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $295 |
| 11/28/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $295 |
| 11/27/2023 | 56.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,856 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2019 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 02/24/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 15d lost, 24d restricted |
| 07/21/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/26/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 02/05/2004 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 11/24/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 18d restricted |
| 12/16/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
| 09/19/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/21/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/11/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | 11/19/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 09/16/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 07/29/2025 | 07/30/2025 | 28.75 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 07/16/2024 | 07/16/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/10/2024 | 06/10/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2024 | 05/16/2024 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2023 | 11/29/2023 | 26.50 | 1 |
| 08/01/2023 | 08/03/2023 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2023 | 01/24/2023 | 16.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Tabasco Pit have?
Tabasco Pit has 265 MSHA violations on record, of which 80 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $122K.
What type of mine is Tabasco Pit?
Tabasco Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Penitas, Hidalgo County, TX. It currently has 27 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Tabasco Pit?
According to MSHA records, Tabasco Pit has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Tabasco Pit?
Tabasco Pit is operated by CAPA and controlled by Ramiro J Flores; Rufino Garza. MSHA Mine ID: 4103510.