In Worcester, vernal pools located near a building site were impacted by
blasting, which changed the hydrology so the pools no longer retain
water as before.
Martha Gach, Conservation Coordinator
Mass Audubon / Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and Conservation
Center
(508) 753-6087 x22
414 Massasoit Road
Worcester, MA 01604
"Protecting the Nature of Massachusetts"
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From: vernalpool@yahoogroups.com [mailto:vernalpool@yahoogroups.com] On
Behalf Of Aly
Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 1:41 PM
To: vernalpool@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [vernalpool] Effects of Open Pit Mining on Vernal Pools 100
feet away
I am looking for some documented information on the effects that open
pit mining has on vernal pools. There has recently been an application
submitted in my town of Waterford, Ct. This project will be about 100
feet from 2 vernal pools, wetlands and a native trout brook. The plan is
to blast a 7 acre site to a depth of 50 -60 feet and then have a
permanent rock processing facility located there. There is a group of
residents who are fighting this proposal, which is currently in review
by the Conservation Commission. Any information would be greatly
appreciated.
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