Emmett 393-acre Merrill's Pit Gravel Extraction Project

proposed

Granite Excavation proposes to open a gravel pit on a 393-acre site in Emmett, Idaho, mining about 45% of the property over an estimated 10 to 20 years. The project includes leaving nearly 40 homes and reclaimed ponds permanently. The operation will have noise mitigation measures such as 20-foot berms, limited operating hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and road improvements including repaving Star Lane. Environmental studies indicate minimal impact on nearby wells and ponds, with regulatory compliance ensured through MSHA, DEQ, and EPA oversight.