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Commission approves reopening of Broad River quarry with limits on blasting and hours
Summary
The Madison County Board of Commissioners approved a conditional-use permit to reopen a 278-acre rock quarry operated by Broad River Mining LLC with conditions including restricted blasting hours, daytime processing hours and an exception for rail loading.
The Madison County Board of Commissioners voted on Oct. 6 to approve a conditional-use permit allowing Broad River Mining LLC to reopen an aggregate quarry on about 278 acres off Bursley Road, subject to conditions that limit blasting hours and define operating windows.
The board’s approval followed an extensive public hearing in which residents raised noise, truck and water-table concerns and the applicant explained project safeguards and applicable federal and state oversight. Planning and Zoning recommended approval 4–0 with conditions; the commission approved the permit after modifying some recommended language related to rail loading and operating times.
Lucas Vibog, attorney for the applicant, told commissioners that federal and state agencies heavily regulate…
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