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Posted on: March 03, 2008

Gravel pit/rock quarry south of Hansen irksresidents, owner says it’s in compliance with laws

Canyons are usually known for their scenic beauty and local wildlife, but in an area of Upper Rock Creek Canyon, immediately surrounded by more than 40 residents, it’s a stifling, dust-ridden, noise-producing, ugly gravel pit.

Needless to say, it’s no longer such a tranquil place to live – at least that’s the residential side of the story.

Here’s the other side: Northwest Sand and Gravel, who owns the quarry, is one of the largest aggregate suppliers in southern Idaho and has won several awards from government agencies for its adherence to safety and environmental standards. The company is operating within its legal rights and its officials say they expect to continue doing so.

So it’s a tale of they said/they said.

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