Graniterock

Pure grit! Men armed with picks and shovels and a strong work ethic broke up rock by hand under the California sun. The crushed stone from the Graniterock quarry in Aromas helped lay the foundation for roads and railways that built our communities.

No room for error out here! Our team thrives under the pressure of tight specs and crazy schedules. The stakes are as high as the planes that take off. Liquidated damages for delays can soar into the hundreds of thousands per day, underscoring the critical importance of getting it right the first time.

For every ton of rock we produce, Graniterock pays a mining tax that goes back to supporting our community. These funds provide a significant boost to San Benito County, helping to: ? Support essential local services. ? Fund community projects. ? Build and maintain public infrastructure. We’re proud to contribute to the county we call home, investing in its growth and well-being one ton at a time.

Sustainable construction starts with local materials. When it comes to building a greener future, choosing local materials is a game-changer. Closer sources = Lower carbon footprint. Using locally sourced aggregate, concrete and asphalt reduces transportation emissions, making every mile count toward a more sustainable project. ???

Let there be light! When the San Lorenzo Valley High School Cougars faced shorter daylight hours, Graniterock stepped up to keep their practices on track. By loaning light plants, we’re helping these student athletes continue to train hard and push toward their goals. Proud to support our local community! Go Cougars!

Asphalt roads became more common in the early 1900s as the popularity of automobiles grew. It quickly became the material of choice for its durability and cost-efficiency, paving the way for the development of modern highways that connect us today!

We teamed up with the Boy Scouts of America to pave the Camp Hi-Sierra parking lot! No more dust or mud --- just easy drop-offs and arrivals. The driveway now leads to the camp's new observatory, making stargazing nights more accessible for everyone! At Graniterock, we love projects that make a difference for our communities. Here’s to Camp Hi-Sierra being an all-season, adventure camp for years to come!

New location for Graniterock Building Materials! We’re thrilled to announce that Graniterock has acquired Tope's Garden Supply on Highway 68 in south Salinas! https://lnkd.in/g_q_vrUf To kick things off, we need to clear out old inventory and make room for the new. Stop by Thursday and Friday this week to score incredible deals on items left behind, including pavers, flagstone, pots, sand and more. Come by, say hello, and take advantage of great prices on quality landscaping materials! 115 Monterey Salinas Highway

To all veterans, thank you for your service. We are forever in your debt. We salute your commitment to protecting our freedoms and making a difference.

Whether it’s a highway or your neighborhood street, most of the asphalt made by Graniterock is recycled asphalt, also known as RAP (Recycled Asphalt Pavement)! By reusing old pavement, we conserve natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption and waste that would otherwise end up in landfills. ?? Up to 25% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to virgin asphalt production. ?? Energy savings of over 20% in production. ?? Thousands of tons of materials saved annually from being extracted and disposed in landfills. Graniterock builds roads that last --- paving the way to a sustainable future!