sand and gravel
Aggregate production up nicely in the third quarter
Crushed stone and sand and gravel production each got solid bumps, with aggregate production nationwide approaching 2 billion metric tons through three-quarters of 2021. Keep Reading
USGS: Aggregate production up in second quarter 2021
Crushed stone production was up 4 percent in the second quarter of 2021 while sand and gravel production spiked 11 percent, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Keep Reading
Crushed stone, sand and gravel production holding steady
Despite a pandemic that made a sizable impact, crushed stone and sand and gravel production remain in a positive place relative to recent years. Keep Reading
Sand and gravel production up in first quarter 2021
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that construction sand and gravel production was up 6 percent. Crushed stone production, meanwhile, was down slightly. Keep Reading
Great Lakes limestone shipments up in May 2021
The Great Lakes limestone trade stands at nearly 6.2 million tons on the year. That's an increase of 6.9 percent compared to a year ago. Keep Reading
Pair of fatalities characterized as powered haulage accidents
Nine miners have died this year, based on the latest details from the Mine Safety & Health Administration. The agency classified the last two incidents as powered haulage accidents. Keep Reading
Great Lakes limestone trade up in April 2021
Limestone trade on the Great Lakes stands at 2.5 million tons on the year, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association. Keep Reading
USGS: 2020 sand, gravel production nearly on par with 2019
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) published data about 2020 construction sand and gravel production, pointing out top-producing states while offering a comparison to prior years. Keep Reading
Alabama Coal Association rebrands as Alabama Mining Association
The Alabama Mining Association now represents crushed stone, sand and gravel producers, as well as other infrastructure-related businesses in the state. Keep Reading
