Quarry Blasting

From time to time, residents may feel or hear mining activities from nearby quarries located in McCook. The Village engages in regular communication with quarry operators to help mitigate impacts to residents.

Impacted Residents

Residents impacted by blasting are encouraged to report concerns involving mining operations, such as noise, dust, blasting complaints and gravel truck traffic to the Lyons Township Quarry Council hotline at 1-866-934-3278 (1-866-WE-HEAR-U). Complaints are to be acted on quickly by the respective quarry, and their disposition is then reviewed on a quarterly basis.

State Law Requirements

The quarry is required to blast within state law requirements. However, the impacts on residents can vary. Atmospheric and other conditions can influence the dispersion of shock waves from blasting activities. Data received from resident reports are compiled and analyzed in order to evaluate potential changes to blast intensity, blast configuration and location of blasts within the quarry itself.  For questions regarding blasting requirements, please contact your State and Federal legislators.  

Cooperative Communication

View more information regarding vibration and air blast levels as well as frequently asked questions about blasting (PDF). Until mining operations cease, impacts from blasting will never be completely eliminated. Hanson Quarry has announced that they have commenced underground mining activities. For more information regarding these activities please see the attached brochure (PDF).  Hanson Quarry issued a letter (PDF) and brochure in March, 2021 regarding their activities.  

For more information, please contact the Village Manager's office at (708) 579-2313.