Community Information:
Piedmont Mine
Building the Infrastructure of Tomorrow, Right Here at Home.
LAST UPDATED: December 1, 2025
In Meade County, South Dakota, Simon Contractors (Simon) has obtained a new mine license no. 977014 issued by the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources for a 300-acre Construction Aggregate Mine on ten parcels of land in Piedmont, SD.
At Simon, we understand the importance of transparency, responsibility, and respect when it comes to community development. This page is designed as a resource for the community as the project progresses.
The quarry’s production will be based on economic and market factors and will be fully reclaimed upon completion—restoring the land to blend naturally with its surroundings and creating opportunities for economic development.
The quarry project near Piedmont is designed with the area’s long-term growth and environmental integrity in mind. We are committed to open communication with residents as we develop our plan and welcome continued dialogue to ensure questions are addressed promptly and factually.
This project page will serve as a way to continue to inform the community of Piedmont as details are finalized.
About Simon
Simon brings decades of experience operating safely and responsibly across the region, maintaining strong partnerships with local governments, protecting water quality, minimizing noise and dust, and enhancing infrastructure. Our goal is to invest in Piedmont’s future by supporting local jobs, local businesses, and community services, while upholding the standards of stewardship that define how we work and where we live.
The quarry will provide the essential materials needed to maintain and improve the roads, bridges, and public facilities that support our daily lives. Through responsible operations and a commitment to transparency, this project aims to deliver long-term benefits to the community while preserving the natural environment.
Explore the Project
The Piedmont Mine has been approved for activity from August 2026 through December 2043. Simon will be responsible for the extraction of high-quality construction aggregates to produce construction-grade materials used in regional infrastructure. Construction aggregates from this site will supply local cities, counties, and contractors with the materials needed for roads, concrete production, erosion control, and other essential public infrastructure projects.
Mining is an interim use of the land, which operates as a quarry for a defined period of time. The quarry’s lifespan will be based on economic and market factors. When mining has ceased, reclamation activities of the site will take place.
The quarry is situated in an area where geological surveys confirm a high-quality construction aggregate deposit. Its location was carefully selected for:
- Geological suitability, ensuring the aggregate meets construction standards
- Proximity to major highways, reducing transportation distances
- Reduced hauling impacts, which lower emissions and traffic congestion
This location helps ensure local infrastructure projects have an affordable and reliable supply of materials.
Over the course of the permit lifecycle, the project will be broken into three phases:
Throughout its lifecycle, the quarry will adhere to all State and Federal regulations and is regulated by various agencies through periodic inspections to ensure compliance, safety, and accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the quarry increase traffic?
Quarries use designated routes and implement traffic management plans to minimize community impact. Local material also reduces long-haul trucking from outside the region.
What about noise or dust?
Modern dust suppression and noise control technologies keep operations safe and compliant with State and Federal standards.
How long will the quarry operate?
Mining activity will be based on economic and market factors, followed by reclamation of the site.
Is the land restored afterward?
Yes. Reclamation begins even before the quarry ceases operation and continues until the land is fully restored and stabilized as defined in the reclamation plan.
Note: Please use the “Contact Us” section to send additional questions so we can continue to build this resource for the public.
Contact Us
We value your input and are committed to keeping communication open throughout the project. We have set up an email account specifically for this project to collect questions and concerns from community stakeholders.
Please email piedmontmine@simonteam.com or use the form below to help us continue to update this page.