Traffic & Transportation
The high volume of heavy truck traffic between the Mill site and the east side waste pile sites will create new safety hazards, traffic congestion, air contamination, and roadway degradation.Â
Noise, vibration, and dust: Increased truck traffic along haul routes will negatively impact homes and businesses with noise, vibration, and dust.
Road damage: Hauling will degrade roads, requiring higher maintenance budgets for multiple entities.
Traffic congestion: Truck traffic will worsen congestion on Highway 24, Harrison Ave and County Roads, impacting residents, tourists, businesses and recreational activities.
Infrastructure damage: Increased vibration and material transport could damage underground utilities like sewer, water, and culverts.
Safety risks: Trucks sharing narrow roads with pedestrians, cyclists, and snowmobilers pose safety risks.