Jim Bridger Mine
Active
Surface
Coal
Operator: Bridger Coal Company
Controller: MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company; IDACORP
Location: Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, WY
Employees: 160
510
Violations
76
S&S Violations
137
Accidents
$348K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 510 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 77.208(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/04/2025 | 77.904 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 77.1109(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 77.507 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/07/2024 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/08/2024 | 77.410(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/11/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/08/2023 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/08/2023 | 45.4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/29/2023 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/28/2023 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/28/2023 | 77.202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 09/27/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 06/15/2022 | 77.509(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $407 |
| 03/18/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/31/2021 | 77.509(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $172 |
| 03/11/2021 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $574 |
| 06/10/2020 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 137 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/24/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 80d lost |
| 04/15/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/06/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 103d lost |
| 08/31/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/04/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/14/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/16/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/24/2022 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/04/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 168 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 12/08/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 38.00 | 2 |
| 10/29/2025 | 11/24/2025 | 154.75 | 5 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/12/2025 | 43.25 | 1 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2025 | 08/20/2025 | 171.50 | 6 |
| 06/23/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2025 | 03/21/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 49.50 | 2 |
| 11/25/2024 | 01/02/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4800677
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees160
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates41.7997220, -108.6163890
Nearest TownRock Springs
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Jim Bridger Mine have?
Jim Bridger Mine has 510 MSHA violations on record, of which 76 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $348K.
What type of mine is Jim Bridger Mine?
Jim Bridger Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, WY. It currently has 160 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Jim Bridger Mine?
According to MSHA records, Jim Bridger Mine has 137 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Jim Bridger Mine?
Jim Bridger Mine is operated by Bridger Coal Company and controlled by MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company; IDACORP. MSHA Mine ID: 4800677.