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STOP VULCAN’S HARDIN VALLEY 60 ACRE QUARRY EXPANSION

Vulcan Materials is seeking to expand mining operations by almost 60 acres in Hardin Valley, bringing quarry activity closer to existing neighborhoods, with proposed mining activity as close as approximately 300 feet from existing residential property lines, approved residential developments, and future growth planned throughout our community.

This is not just about one neighborhood, and it is not simply about people who purchased homes near an existing quarry.

The proposed expansion would add approximately 60 acres to quarry operations in an area that has experienced significant residential growth. As Hardin Valley continues to develop, residents are questioning whether expanding industrial mining activity closer to existing and future neighborhoods aligns with the community’s long-term vision and growth.

Many already experience the blasting vibrations and shaking. Expanding another 60 acres and moving operations closer to homes raises legitimate concerns for residents throughout Hardin Valley. 

Hardin Valley has changed dramatically. Thousands of families now call this area home, new neighborhoods continue to be approved, a 95-home development is planned near the proposed expansion area, with additional growth expected in the future.

The question is not whether a quarry already exists.

The question is whether expanding industrial mining operations farther into one of Knox County’s fastest-growing residential communities is the right path forward.

Concerns Raised by Residents

•  Family safety and quality of life
• Air quality, dust exposure, and environmental impacts
•  Health impacts and risks to vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, and individuals with respiratory conditions
• Increased blasting activity and vibration occurring closer to homes and neighborhoods
• Closure of Graybeal Road and the loss of a taxpayer-funded public roadway that serves residents, and community connectivity
•  Increased truck traffic, congestion, and noise
• Protection of Hardin Valley’s waterways, natural resources, and environmental quality
• Property values and homeowner investments
• Responsible planning for Hardin Valley’s future growth

Graybeal Road has been funded and maintained with taxpayer dollars. As Hardin Valley continues to grow, residents deserve to understand why a public roadway serving current and future communities is being closed to facilitate private industrial expansion. The loss of public infrastructure, connectivity, and access should not be taken lightly, especially in one of Knox County’s fastest-growing areas.

If Hardin Valley is suitable for new neighborhoods and continued residential growth, why is it also suitable for expanding industrial mining operations closer to those same homes?

We respectfully ask Knox County officials to deny Vulcan’s proposed Hardin Valley quarry expansion and prioritize families, neighborhoods, property values, public infrastructure, environmental protection, and responsible growth.

Please sign this petition to help protect Hardin Valley’s future and voice your opposition to Vulcan’s proposed quarry expansion.

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Protect Hardin Valley’s Families.
Protect Hardin Valley’s Future.
Stop Vulcan’s Hardin Valley Quarry Expansion.