USGS: Fourth-quarter aggregate production up 7 percent
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), which collects production data through quarterly surveys, offers details about recent crushed stone, sand and gravel outputs.
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Aggregate production up nicely in the third quarter
Crushed stone and sand and gravel production each got solid bumps, with aggregate production nationwide approaching 2 billion metric tons through three-quarters of 2021.
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USGS: Aggregate production up in second quarter 2021
Crushed stone production was up 4 percent in the second quarter of 2021 while sand and gravel production spiked 11 percent, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
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Crushed stone, sand and gravel production holding steady
Despite a pandemic that made a sizable impact, crushed stone and sand and gravel production remain in a positive place relative to recent years.
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Sand and gravel production up in first quarter 2021
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that construction sand and gravel production was up 6 percent. Crushed stone production, meanwhile, was down slightly.
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Great Lakes limestone shipments up in May 2021
The Great Lakes limestone trade stands at nearly 6.2 million tons on the year. That’s an increase of 6.9 percent compared to a year ago.
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Pair of fatalities characterized as powered haulage accidents
Nine miners have died this year, based on the latest details from the Mine Safety & Health Administration. The agency classified the last two incidents as powered haulage accidents.
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Great Lakes limestone trade up in April 2021
Limestone trade on the Great Lakes stands at 2.5 million tons on the year, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association.
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