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Supervisors approve 100,000-ton gravel contract for Reinhardt stockpile
Summary
The board approved a contract to place about 100,000 tons of gravel at a Reinhardt site for use over the next several years; staff said the material appears better than prior sources and will reduce hauling distances.
Carroll County supervisors approved a contract to secure about 100,000 tons of gravel from Stratford at the Reinhardt site for future road maintenance and regrading.
County staff described the site and said the material will “more than meet our gradation.” The staff member (first referenced as Keith) said the plan is to place 100,000 tons—"Looking looking at a 100,000"—to use over the next few years and to minimize hauling across the county. Supervisors asked practical questions about haul patterns, where piles would be stored and whether additional rock would be added; staff said no additional rock is planned because existing material meets requirements.
After discussion the board moved, seconded and carried a motion to approve the gravel contract by voice vote. Officials said the stockpile will support maintenance work across northern parts of the county and reduce the number of long hauls.
No specific funding breakdown (line item or fund source) was provided during the meeting; the staff estimate of 100,000 tons was discussed as a planning target rather than a firm, fully detailed procurement schedule.
