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National Stone, Sand & Gravel: 50 Fascinating Facts About Stone, Sand & Gravel
Discusses the history of aggregate use from ancient to modern times, reclamation of mined land, and responsible environmental practices. Also provides figures for the huge amounts of aggregates produced and used for various construction...
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Gurley Mountain Communities Tell Vulcan: Be a 'Good' Neighbor Somewhere Else
This article describes a public meeting held in Gurley, Alabama over an application by Vulcan Material to establish a quarry near that community. It discusses the arguments put forth by company officials and by residents over the pros...
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Wikipedia: Gravel
This Wikipedia encyclopedia article shows how gravel is mined and used in building and paving.