Intrepid Potash East
Active
Underground
Nonmetal
Operator: Intrepid Potash-New Mexico, LLC
Controller: Intrepid Potash Inc
Location: Carlsbad NM, Eddy County, NM
Employees: 240
2,077
Violations
322
S&S Violations
236
Accidents
$1.0M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 2,077 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.14112 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/07/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 57.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 57.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 57.20032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 57.20032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 57.12021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 11/04/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 11/03/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 10/29/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 10/29/2025 | 57.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 236 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/03/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/24/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/10/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/25/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/06/2022 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/31/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/04/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 36d restricted |
| 02/24/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 336d lost |
Inspections
View all 260 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/23/2026 | 81.75 | 3 |
| 11/24/2025 | 01/16/2026 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/28/2025 | 11/12/2025 | 140.50 | 3 |
| 08/08/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 07/19/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 145.50 | 3 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/18/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 167.25 | 4 |
| 03/31/2025 | 03/31/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 03/02/2025 | 03/18/2025 | 183.25 | 4 |
| 12/01/2024 | 12/09/2024 | 129.00 | 4 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2900170
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPotash
Employees240
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates32.5130560, -103.7916670
Nearest TownCarlsbad NM
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Intrepid Potash East have?
Intrepid Potash East has 2077 MSHA violations on record, of which 322 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.0M.
What type of mine is Intrepid Potash East?
Intrepid Potash East is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Carlsbad NM, Eddy County, NM. It currently has 240 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Intrepid Potash East?
According to MSHA records, Intrepid Potash East has 236 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Intrepid Potash East?
Intrepid Potash East is operated by Intrepid Potash-New Mexico, LLC and controlled by Intrepid Potash Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2900170.