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Limestone aggregate is a precious natural resource that’s so basic to our daily lives it’s often overlooked. Crushed limestone is an essential ingredient in concrete, asphalt and cement – the products we take for granted to build our homes, schools, hospitals, offices and the roads we travel daily.

FAQ

Q. What’s the difference between concrete and cement?
Q. Why should I care about rock mining?
Q. What is “blasting” and why is it necessary?
Q. Can this blasting cause damage to my home?
Q. Can we get these important aggregate resources in some other way?
Q. What would happen without blasting?
Q. Does blasting affect our water supply?
Q. Does blasting cause harmful vibrations?
Q. How long has the limestone products industry operated in Miami-Dade?
Q. Occasionally, I see smoke near operations sites—what is that?
Q. What does the limestone products industry do to protect the environment?
Q. How is the limestone products industry involved in Everglades Restoration efforts?

News & Blog

Miami-Dade’s Hidden Treasure: Limestone
November 4, 2024
The Vital Role of Miami-Dade’s Limestone Industry in Shaping South Florida
April 5, 2024
Supplying Essential Resources to Miami-Dade County
November 30, 2023
Understanding The Miami-Dade Lake Belt: How this 78-Acre Region Became the Backbone of Florida’s Construction Aggregate Supply
July 24, 2023

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MDLPA
13292 N.W 118th Ave
Miami, FL 33178
Phone: 786-412-2843
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