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Access road tunnel
Johnsons Wellfield Quarries > Crosland Moor, Yorkshire > 01484 652311
public perception: 65
When the residents of Crosland Moor in Yorkshire expressed
concerns over quarry vehicles crossing local roads, Johnsons
Wellfield Quarries considered whether they could pass
underneath. The condition of the roads, noise, and proximity
to pedestrians were just some of the issues raised by local
residents.
The haul road between certain quarries has been diverted
and a tunnel constructed beneath the road. The construction
method employed was a ‘cut and backfill’. The use of proven
pre formed steel structure sections, which were assembled
on site, provided the tunnel profile. The retaining of the
backfilled material was achieved by a combination of steel reinforced concrete and engineered gradients,
all faced off with quarried block stone. The end result is that
the quarry remains active and competitive, whilst being
considerate to local and environmental concerns. A closer
relationship has been built with local residents, who have
shown genuine interest in the progress of the project.
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Entrance improvements
Aggregate Industries > Marybank Quarry, Isle of Lewis > 01851 703227
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When the local community began making environmental
improvements to the village, Marybank Quarry decided to
make its own entrance more attractive – and safer.
The original entrance was narrow and at a slight angle to the
adjoining road, making visibility a problem. The situation has
been remedied by removing several metres of stone walling
and re-aligning the road. Other improvements include new
kerbs to ensure that surface water drains away, stone walling,
a resurfaced road entrance, and new timber gates.
The ‘Rock Shop’ at Mountsorrel
Lafarge Aggregates > Mountsorrel Quarry, Leicestershire > 0116 230 4350
Lafarge Aggregates’ flagship quarry near Loughborough had recognised the growing market for sales
direct to the public, of decorative stone. A specially designated area was therefore set-up for the ‘Rock
Shop’. The area chosen is well away from the routes used by the Cat 777’s and most of the tippers. Signs
are clear and set at car height. Cars are weighed in and out on the same weighbridge, which is close-by, so
risk of a driver becoming disorientated is negligible.