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Blasting

(Updated August 11, 2014) 

Click here to view a video of the time lapse at a slower pace from February 28 to August 7, 2014 and the 18 blasting events. Your browser will be redirected to YouTube.

(Updated April 17, 2014)

 The blasting program for the 5-Million Gallon Tank Project has concluded. 

(Updated April 17, 2014)

Below please find the Approved Blasting Safety Plan and Seismograph Locations map. 

Approved Blasting Safety Plan (PDF 110MB) Please be sure to wait for the complete file to download.  Download time will vary depending on your computer's Internet speed.

Seismograph Locations (PDF 170KB)  - the reddish-brown dots represent the seismograph locations. 

(Updated April 16, 2014)

The Blasting Safety Plan will be posted at this location. It is currently being formatted for the website.

Notification to Three Springs Residents – Blasting Safety Plan Approved (mailed 4/15/2014) 

(Updated March 6, 2014) 

Click here to read "Information about Modern Blasting Methods and Controls" - PDF or you can click on the images below to open the same document.
Flyer about modern blasting methods: safety, regulations, warning signals, and monitoring for property protection.
Page about blasting safety: vibration control, seismograph accuracy, factors affecting noise, and noise level comparison chart.