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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

What Makes Miami-Dade’s Limestone So Special?
October 31, 2025
Trust the Science
July 8, 2025
The Foundation of Florida: How Miami-Dade Limestone Powers Infrastructure and Jobs
April 19, 2025
Miami-Dade’s Hidden Treasure: Limestone
November 4, 2024

Contact Us

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