Key Takeaway
CARLSBAD PLANT is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM. It has 142 violations on record (22 S&S) and $37K in proposed penalties. Operated by United Salt Carlsbad LLC.
CARLSBAD PLANT
Operator: United Salt Carlsbad LLC
Controller: Texas United Corp
Location: Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM
Employees: 50
Recent Violations
View all 142 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/20/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.15005 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 08/20/2025 | 56.23003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 03/20/2025 | 56.4400(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 05/10/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/09/2024 | 56.14105 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2024 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2024 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2024 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/08/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 42 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/22/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 04/28/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 04/25/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 04/01/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 03/12/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 15d restricted |
| 08/08/2024 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 07/31/2024 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 06/17/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 326d lost |
| 02/10/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 63d restricted |
Inspections
View all 68 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | 01/05/2026 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/22/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 127.75 | 2 |
| 08/20/2025 | 08/25/2025 | 43.50 | 2 |
| 03/20/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 05/28/2024 | 06/03/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 05/08/2024 | 05/13/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2023 | 12/27/2023 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/19/2023 | 09/22/2023 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 04/18/2023 | 04/18/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 04/10/2023 | 04/12/2023 | 23.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does CARLSBAD PLANT have?
CARLSBAD PLANT has 142 MSHA violations on record, of which 22 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $37K.
What type of mine is CARLSBAD PLANT?
CARLSBAD PLANT is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM. It currently has 50 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at CARLSBAD PLANT?
According to MSHA records, CARLSBAD PLANT has 42 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates CARLSBAD PLANT?
CARLSBAD PLANT is operated by United Salt Carlsbad LLC and controlled by Texas United Corp. MSHA Mine ID: 2901043.