Key Takeaway
Bell Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fort Myers, Lee County, FL. It has 29 violations on record (9 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Earth Tech Enterprises.
Bell Mine
Operator: Earth Tech Enterprises
Controller: Christopher L Gehring
Location: Fort Myers, Lee County, FL
Employees: 13
Recent Violations
View all 29 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | 46.5 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.18002(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 05/20/2025 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/20/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 12/17/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/17/2024 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/31/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/31/2024 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 11/03/2023 | 56.12027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/03/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/02/2023 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/30/2023 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/30/2023 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/30/2023 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 11 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 12/17/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 12/17/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2024 | 11/04/2024 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 11/07/2023 | 60.00 | 2 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 04/20/2023 | 04/25/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/02/2023 | 02/02/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bell Mine have?
Bell Mine has 29 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Bell Mine?
Bell Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fort Myers, Lee County, FL. It currently has 13 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bell Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bell Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bell Mine?
Bell Mine is operated by Earth Tech Enterprises and controlled by Christopher L Gehring. MSHA Mine ID: 0801443.