South Fort Meade Mine
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC
Controller: Mosaic Company
Location: Ft. Meade, Polk County, FL
Employees: 216
692
Violations
142
S&S Violations
168
Accidents
$266K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 692 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2026 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 01/09/2026 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $177 |
| 01/09/2026 | 56.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 11/03/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,431 |
| 10/28/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 10/27/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/23/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/22/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 168 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/20/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/20/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 12/04/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 60d lost, 104d restricted |
| 10/02/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/30/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 52d restricted |
| 05/30/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 43d restricted |
| 12/16/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 72d restricted |
| 08/02/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 55d restricted |
| 05/24/2023 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 159 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 01/08/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 25.00 | 2 |
| 12/29/2025 | 12/30/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 10/14/2025 | 11/10/2025 | 229.75 | 3 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/11/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/05/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 07/24/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 169.00 | 2 |
| 06/27/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2025 | 06/27/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0801183
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPhosphate Rock
Employees216
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates27.6477780, -81.7563890
Nearest TownFt. Meade
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does South Fort Meade Mine have?
South Fort Meade Mine has 692 MSHA violations on record, of which 142 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $266K.
What type of mine is South Fort Meade Mine?
South Fort Meade Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Ft. Meade, Polk County, FL. It currently has 216 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at South Fort Meade Mine?
According to MSHA records, South Fort Meade Mine has 168 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates South Fort Meade Mine?
South Fort Meade Mine is operated by Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC and controlled by Mosaic Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0801183.