reclamation
Former Stoneco quarry donated to conservation organization
Stoneco donated a 262-acre former sand-and-gravel quarry near Ann Arbor, Mich., to Ducks Unlimited to support wildlife conservation efforts. The donated land, appraised at $2.1 million, is located in Lodi Township, Mich., outside of Ann Arbor. “We are proud to… Keep Reading
Vulcan quarry transforms to natural environment
Few hiking trails pass through active quarry sites. Yet, a hiking trail that stretches about half a mile is available for visitors in the middle of Vulcan Materials Co.’s Azusa Rock Quarry in Azusa, Calif. According to Vulcan, the trail… Keep Reading
Former mining site takes on unique new life
Golf courses. Parks. Residential communities. These are a few of the things former aggregate sites and other mines have been restored to over the years. They're also among the more traditional uses of former mining sites. But there are non-traditional… Keep Reading
Reclamation plan to turn quarry into giant water reservoir
The Bellwood Quarry, a 100-year-old granite quarry in Atlanta, has generated a lot of talk in Georgia lately. The quarry will soon undergo construction to be converted into one of the nation’s largest urban water storage reservoirs and a park.… Keep Reading
Parks and recreation
When visiting an aggregates operation, I’m always fascinated to hear what plans the owners and managers have for reclamation. Often, it’s nothing more than backfilling, sloping the surface to an acceptable grade and returning the land to a natural state.… Keep Reading
OSSGA recognizes reclamation project with its highest honor
The Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (OSSGA) issued its Bronze Plaque to the Wildwood Pit within the Wildwood Conservation Area in St. Marys, Ontario, Canada. According to OSSGA, the Bronze Plaque is its highest honor. Only 20 sites in… Keep Reading
Lafarge still active in enriching former quarry site
Lafarge donated $23,000 to support and grow a volunteer program that is currently active making one of its former quarries in Winnipeg, Canada, a recreational center. A presentation was made as part of a breakfast in celebration of National Volunteer… Keep Reading
