No Quarry on Homestead

03/19/2026

https://youtu.be/iMpWNGVrFow?si=iM_zx1-d0pSNwuW9

How Does Quarrying Affect Property Values Nearby? In this informative video, we’ll discuss how quarrying can influence property values in surrounding areas. ...

03/18/2026

Take a look at the maps below. If you live in this area or use this community for shopping, dining, school, medical care, etc... Please pay close attention to what is proposed for this location.

The effects of silica dust and other particles in the air can have devasting effects on any person. The clean water in this area will be greatly effected. The effects of blasting and crushing are far reaching. The maps show various distances from the site, but everyone within the circles will be impacted in some way.

An asphalt/concrete plant with a quarry in this location is highly irresponsible. Let our Allen County decision makers know your concerns. Please be sure you have signed the petition and write an email to the addresses below to voice your concerns. Show up for the community public meetings to show your support in getting the proposed quarry out of here! Dates and email addresses here: Thank you!

acfwplancommission@allencounty.us

acfwbzazho@allencounty.us

boardofcommissioners@allencounty.in.gov

Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30 PM at the Landmark Event Center: The Heritage Group (wanting to develop a quarry and asphalt/concrete plant here) will present their plans to the public and have a meaningful, respectful discussion. This is open to everyone.

May 14 at 1:30 the rezoning of the property for Heritage Group will have a public hearing with the Allen County Plan Commission in Citizens Square. This is a public hearing and it will be important that we pack the room to overflowing. You will be welcome to share your concerns or just sit back and listen. This is a tentative date, and will verify by April 8.

May 20 at 1:30 the Board of Zoning Appeals will have a public hearing for this project in Citizens Square. Again, this is a public meeting and it will be important that we pack the room to overflowing. This is also a tentative date, and will verify by April 8.

03/18/2026

“Environmental exposure to dust from quarrying activities could pose health dangers to the population living nearby. This study aimed to investigate the health effects of dust exposure on people living close to quarry sites and compared them with those who live far from the quarry sites.

A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted among 79 exposed participants, who lived less than 500 m away from the quarry sites, and 79 control participants who lived more than 500 m away. All participants answered a questionnaire on dust exposure at home and health effects, as well as performed a lung function test in which both reported and measured health effects were investigated.

People who live in close proximity to the quarry sites reported exposure to dust at home (98%), land destruction (85%), plant leaves covered with dust (97%), and an inability to grow crops (92%). The exposed group reported significantly higher eye and nasal allergy (22% vs. 3%), eye soreness (18% vs. 1%), and dryness (17% vs. 3%), chest tightness (9% vs. 1%), and chronic cough (11% vs. 0%) compared to the control group.

Lung function parameters were significantly lower among the exposed group compared to the control group; mean forced vital capacity (FVC) was 3.35 L vs. 3.71 L (p = 0.001), mean forced expiratory volume in the first second (FEV1) was 2.78 L vs. 3.17 L (p = 0.001). Higher levels of airway restriction were found among the exposed group.

Among the exposed group, lung function parameters worsened with the increasing closeness of home to the quarry site.

This study demonstrates the negative health effects of environmental dust exposure among two communities living near quarry sites in Palestine.

The results highlight the importance of developing and strictly enforcing rules and regulations in Palestine to protect population health.”

Environmental exposure to dust from quarrying activities could pose health dangers to the population living nearby. This study aimed to investigate the health effects of dust exposure on people living close to quarry sites and compared them with ...

03/18/2026

Environmental Hazards Associated With Overburden

The removal and displacement of overburden can lead to several environmental issues, including:

Habitat destruction: The clearing of vegetation and the removal of surface layers can destroy local ecosystems and habitats for various species.

Soil erosion: The removal of vegetation and soil layers increases vulnerability to erosion by wind and water, leading to sedimentation in water bodies and loss of fertile topsoil.

Water pollution: Overburden can contain harmful substances that leach into water bodies, affecting water quality and aquatic life. Heavy metals and acidic runoff from overburden piles can lead to the contamination of groundwater and surface water.

Air pollution: Dust and particulate matter from overburden piles can contribute to air pollution, affecting the health of nearby communities and ecosystems.

03/18/2026

What happens at stages of quarry operations?

Dust, dust, dust, dust, dust, dust, (all dust is toxic silica dust, class 1 human carcinogen) and waste water.

03/18/2026

Do you have livestock/animals within 2-5 miles?

Check out how another quarry is affecting animals.

03/18/2026

Could this proposed area have toxic runoff affecting our little river and other water moving through this area?

A viral video showing runoff entering the Hutchinson River prompted an EPA investigation. The EPA confirmed the discharge came from an SRM Concrete facility....

03/18/2026

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03/18/2026

https://www.wane.com/top-stories/sw-allen-county-quarry-on-hold-as-residents-build-their-case-against-it/

McCarthy’s most concerning issue is silica dust.

03/16/2026

03/15/2026

‼️The regulations DO NOT protect ‼️homeowners.

It’s a story you’ll only see on FOX61. A small-town controversy that’s quite literally set in stone. Residents in Seymour say a resurgence of controlled expl...