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Residents warn council the proposed Cumberland aggregate mine could mean heavy trucks, 24/7 operations and water use concerns
Summary
Speakers during public comment urged the council to review King County materials on a proposed Cumberland aggregate mine and asphalt plant, citing possible 25–35 year operations, 24/7 truck traffic, 175,000–250,000 gallons/day water use, noise, and impacts to roads and emergency services.
At the July 13 Eden Plus City Council meeting, resident Julius Stevens urged the council to closely review King County’s application materials for the proposed Cumberland aggregate mine and asphalt plant, saying the project would have broad, multi‑jurisdictional impacts.
Stevens told the council the applicants envision "25 to 35 years of removing gravel from the area," and warned the operation could run around the clock, increasing heavy‑truck traffic through Enumclaw. He said the paperwork indicates a substantial daily water demand and stated the project could need "175,000 to 250,000 gallons a day" to operate. Stevens said the community should expect effects on noise, road wear and emergency services and noted King County is accepting comments through August 7; he left a copy of the county materials with the city clerk.
The speaker urged council members to look at the King County project materials and said prior community briefings occurred in 2024. He framed the issue as regional — noting impacts could extend to Auburn, Muckleshoot territory, Covington and other nearby areas — and emphasized traffic and safety as primary concerns.
