Wildfire

Significantly increased industrial activity will dramatically increase the risk of wildfires.
The Parleys Canyon wildfire in 2021 (caused by sparks from one car’s catalytic converter) highlights the area’s wildfire risk.
There is limited phone service for emergency alerts and only one road out of MountAir community which consists of around 100 homes, all within ½ mile of the proposed quarry site. If a fire were to occur and spread rapidly, residents could be trapped in the canyon.

Environmental Impacts

Scenic Value

The size and scope of the proposed I-80 South Quarry would be the largest mining operation in the Central Wasatch Mountains.

Habitat Destruction

The proposed I-80 South Quarry would destroy hundreds of acres of habitat for elk, deer, lynx, bobcat, moose, black bear, mountain lion, golden eagle, and other species.

Water Supply & Quality

Fugitive dust from the proposed gravel pit is not only a threat to our air quality but also to our increasingly scarce water supply.

Air Quality

Gravel pits are harmful to air quality due to the high volume of fugitive dust they emit. The proposed Parleys

We’re a collaboration of individuals and organizations dedicated to saving Parleys Canyon from destructive development and exploitation, now and forever.

We have been fortunate to partner with Save Our Canyons and we thank them for assisting us with our email list, donations, and petition.

We can be reached at info@saveparleys.org