Rock crushing operations are underway at the Lunabess Quarry located approximately three and a half miles southeast of Bend.
Current operations occurring in Lunabess Quarry include site preparation, drilling, blasting and rock crushing. The work is anticipated to last through the middle of November.
Forest Service Road 1810-200, which leads into the quarry, will be closed during this work due to heavy machinery moving in and out of the area. All other roads in the Bessie Butte area will remain open during this work. However, the public should be aware of heavy equipment and trucks moving in and around the area.
Blasting operations are expected to occur in early October. During blasting operations, a temporary area closure will be implemented to provide for public safety. Boundary markers for the closure will be set out.
The crushed rock will be used for road surfacing and repair work on Forest Service roadways and parking lots.
For more information, please contact the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District at (541) 383-5300.
