South Pasture Mine
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC
Controller: Mosaic Company
Location: Wauchula, Hardee County, FL
Employees: 5
312
Violations
74
S&S Violations
191
Accidents
$163K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 312 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/10/2025 | 48.31(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $215 |
| 10/10/2025 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 10/10/2025 | 48.31(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 10/10/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/10/2025 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 11/13/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/20/2024 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $935 |
| 09/06/2023 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $203 |
| 02/08/2023 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/29/2021 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 11/29/2021 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 08/23/2021 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/23/2021 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 08/23/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $187 |
| 03/09/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $187 |
| 01/22/2021 | 56.9101 | S&S | LowNegligence | $574 |
| 07/31/2020 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 191 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 34d restricted |
| 06/11/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 117d restricted |
| 05/21/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
| 01/03/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 01/03/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 12/26/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 53d restricted |
| 02/27/2018 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 120d lost, 204d restricted |
| 12/06/2017 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/17/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 110d lost |
| 03/31/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 31d restricted |
Inspections
View all 122 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 10/10/2025 | 10/14/2025 | 16.75 | 1 |
| 10/06/2025 | 10/07/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 08/14/2025 | 08/14/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 04/27/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/27/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/28/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 11/13/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 11/13/2024 | 11/15/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/18/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0800903
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPhosphate Rock
Employees5
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates27.6447220, -81.9486110
Nearest TownWauchula
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does South Pasture Mine have?
South Pasture Mine has 312 MSHA violations on record, of which 74 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $163K.
What type of mine is South Pasture Mine?
South Pasture Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Wauchula, Hardee County, FL. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at South Pasture Mine?
According to MSHA records, South Pasture Mine has 191 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates South Pasture Mine?
South Pasture Mine is operated by Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC and controlled by Mosaic Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0800903.