Registration Number: 1956

Thorburn Lake Quarry Expansion

Proponent: Shoal Harbour Sand Products Ltd.

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent is proposing a 5.3 hectare expansion of an existing quarry located 19 kilometres west of Clarenville and along the eastern side of Southwest River. The existing quarry is 9.767 hectares in size and the expansion is proposed for three separate areas that will adjoin the main quarry area. The expansion will allow the development of a new three hectare quarry area which contains sand and gravel resources. Two additional expansion areas contain quarry materials that have been previously stockpiled. The quarry utilizes a five kilometre access road which intersects with the Trans Canada Highway. The construction and operation of the expansion is scheduled to commence in August 2018.

  • April 12, 2018 – The undertaking was registered.
  • May 18, 2018 – Deadline for public comments.
  • May 27, 2018 – The Minister’s Decision is due.
  • June 15, 2018 – The Minister’s Decision is due (extended).
  • June 15, 2018 – The Minister announced that the project is released.

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