WE Soda @ WESTVACO
Active
Underground
Nonmetal
Operator: WE Soda Alkali, LLC
Controller: WE Soda US LLC
Location: Green River, WY, Sweetwater County, WY
Employees: 815
4,320
Violations
748
S&S Violations
637
Accidents
$2.7M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 4,320 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/08/2026 | 57.5001(a)/57.5005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/08/2026 | 57.5001(a)/57.5005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.4203 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.14100(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 637 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/10/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/09/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/08/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/02/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/16/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/09/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/28/2025 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/24/2025 | IMPOUNDMENT | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 2,130 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/26/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 02/25/2026 | 1.00 | 1 | |
| 02/23/2026 | 02/23/2026 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/04/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2026 | 01/30/2026 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 01/27/2026 | 01/27/2026 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 3.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4800152
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionTrona
Employees815
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates41.6208330, -109.8113890
Nearest TownGreen River, WY
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does WE Soda @ WESTVACO have?
WE Soda @ WESTVACO has 4320 MSHA violations on record, of which 748 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.7M.
What type of mine is WE Soda @ WESTVACO?
WE Soda @ WESTVACO is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Green River, WY, Sweetwater County, WY. It currently has 815 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at WE Soda @ WESTVACO?
According to MSHA records, WE Soda @ WESTVACO has 637 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates WE Soda @ WESTVACO?
WE Soda @ WESTVACO is operated by WE Soda Alkali, LLC and controlled by WE Soda US LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4800152.