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Material Sources

Quarry near OR HWY 19The Oregon Department of Transportation maintains quarries as part of a statewide material source network. ODOT uses these materials in construction, maintenance, and emergency repair projects. Excess materials are stockpiled for future use or reclamation.

Material Source Network Map

Rock Excavation

The process of excavating rock from material sources often requires blasting in the quarry. The potential damage from ground vibration, air blast and flying debris is a major consideration when planning excavation activities. ODOT and its contractors make every effort to minimize potential impacts on neighboring properties from this type of work.

Community Resources

Seed Mixes

A variety of seed mixes are used to help shorten soil stabilization and long-term reclamation. These mixes often include native species and mixtures that are beneficial to elk/deer winter ranges and sage grouse.

Guidance Materials

Manuals

Technical Guidance

Standards

Project Scoping Materials

Other Related Guidance Documents

​Additional support for specific geo-hydro and environmental needs in the form of:

  • Standard drawings and details,
  • Drafting manuals,
  • CAD standards,
  • ODOT workspace, and
  • Example drawings and templates.

Contact the Geo-Environmental Section's Drafting Program for information.

​Oregon Revised Statutes

Oregon Administrative Rules

  • OAR 632-030 - Department of Geology & Mineral Industries, Division 30 Oregon Mined Land Reclamation Act
  • OAR 660-023 - Land Conservation & Development Department, Division 23 Procedures and Requirements for Complying with Goal 5
  • OAR 736-040-0005 - Parks & Recreation Department, Division 40 Oregon Scenic Waterways, Rules for Conducting Hearings on Scenic Waterways Regulations
  • OAR 340-045 - Department of Environmental Quality, Division 45 Regulations Pertaining to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) ;and Water Pollution Control Facilities (WPCF) Permits

ODOT Policies

Contact the Geotechnical Engineering & Engineering Geology Section

4040 Fairview Industrial Drive SE, MS 1
Salem, Oregon 97302

Program Contacts

Michelle Wright
Material Source Program Leader