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Residents tell council proposed Cumberland Aggregate Mine could bring heavy truck traffic, noise and water use; callers urge protection of 990 acres near Lizard
Summary
Public commenters at the July 13 Eden Plus City Council meeting urged the city to review King County materials on a proposed Cumberland Aggregate Mine and Asphalt Plant, warning of years of heavy truck traffic, 24/7 operations and large water use; another speaker urged saving roughly 990 acres north of Cumberland around Lizard Mountain.
Residents used the council's public-comment period on July 13 to press elected officials about a proposed Cumberland Aggregate Mine and Asphalt Plant and to urge protection of nearby open space.
"They're looking at 25 to 35 years of removing gravel from the area," Julius Stevens told the council, summarizing project documents he left with the city clerk. He warned the operation could generate "approximately 298 to 668 heavy trucks per day," run 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and need "175,000 to 250,000 gallons a day" of water. Stevens said those impacts would affect traffic, noise and emergency services across communities including Enumclaw.
Linda Stevens urged council to protect what she described as roughly "990 acres just North of Cumberland where Lizard Mountain is," calling the area valuable for hiking, horse riding and access to the White River and noting concern that wells could be affected if a large project proceeds. She said county and state entities have discussed possible interest in preserving the land.
Why it matters: Commenters framed the mine as a long-term, regional project with potential impacts on traffic, roads, noise, water resources and emergency response. Julius Stevens noted King County's comment period is open through Aug. 7 and left materials with the city clerk for council and staff review.
What the council did: Staff recorded the comments and the meeting proceeded to committee reports; no council action on the mine or land-protection measures was taken at this meeting.
Next steps: Residents were directed to file comments with King County and to follow up with city staff; council committees may consider related items in future meetings.
