Several times a year, we include a focus on U.S. Quarried Stone in Stone World. With so many quarries right here at home, it’s a great way to feature material that is locally available. In an age where sustainability and environmental-friendly practices are at a forefront, knowing that so many local sources of stone are available is helpful when it comes to green building.
And while many of these quarries have been around for decades, they aren’t stagnant. They continue to evolve. An example is Dakota Granite Co., which is featured beginning on page 46 of this issue. Located in Milbank, SD, the company has been in the quarrying business for more than 90 years. While it has been running four sites — three in South Dakota and one in Minnesota — for many years, it currently is in the process of purchasing three new quarries to further diversify its product offerings.