ELMHURST QUARRY HIGHWALL STABILIZATION PROJECT

The Elmhurst Quarry Highwall Stabilization Project involves maintenance work in several areas of the quarry to re-establish safe access, protect equipment, and maintain the integrity of adjacent lands. The quarry is located in northeast Illinois, approximately 12 miles west of Chicago, and is utilized by DuPage County Stormwater Management as a flood control facility. The project requires a contractor to perform highwall stabilization work. Key aspects of the project include: • Re-establishing safe access to the quarry • Protecting equipment located within the quarry • Maintaining the integrity of adjacent lands • Performing highwall stabilization work • Working with DuPage County Stormwater Management to minimize flood damages to downstream areas