New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC
Controller: Chase Clark Wilson
Location: Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM
Employees: 1
318
Violations
98
S&S Violations
4
Accidents
$277K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 318 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 56.14130(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/23/2025 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/23/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/23/2025 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/23/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/23/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 12/11/2025 | 56.14109 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/24/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/23/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 05/23/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 05/23/2025 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $7,555 |
| 05/22/2025 | 56.14105 | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2022 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/07/2022 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 4d lost, 2d restricted |
| 04/11/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 1d restricted |
| 08/03/2015 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 104 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 6.50 | 2 |
| 01/29/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 01/22/2026 | 01/23/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 01/12/2026 | 01/12/2026 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 01/08/2026 | 01/12/2026 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 12/23/2025 | 01/06/2026 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 12/08/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/08/2025 | 08/15/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 08/15/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2901785
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionSalt, Brine Evaporated
Employees1
Days/Week1.0
Hours/Shift2.0
Coordinates32.3044440, -104.0411110
Nearest TownCarlsbad
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC have?
New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC has 318 MSHA violations on record, of which 98 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $277K.
What type of mine is New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC?
New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Carlsbad, Eddy County, NM. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC?
According to MSHA records, New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC?
New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC is operated by New Mexico Salt & Minerals LLC and controlled by Chase Clark Wilson. MSHA Mine ID: 2901785.