“Another quarry, although not as big as Cedar Hollow or Knickerbocker.” That’s how the McCoy Quarry was once described. Today we’re standing at a place with a long history in southeastern Pennsylvania. The McCoy Quarry is part of that story.
Let me tell you about the story behind the McCoy Quarry. It is located on 600 Morehall Road. The address is in Frazer in East Whiteland Township. It is more than just a hole in the ground. This quarry connects us to the region’s industrial past.
The McCoy Quarry is one of five asphalt plants operated by Glasgow Inc. Glasgow is a highway contractor. It is also a materials producer. Their offices are in Glenside PA. The McCoy Quarry extracts rock asphalt. It is a blend of sand limestone and asphalt. Crushed rock becomes road-building material. This material makes our roads smoother and safer.
Around 1883 Adam Catanach bought a 150-acre farm. He was a Philadelphia building materials businessman. The farm was near Devault. It was on the west side of Morehall Road. Catanach also ran a lime-burning business. This likely supplemented his Philadelphia operations.
Historical records don’t show the current McCoy Quarry site. It was not on early atlases. The McCoy Quarry came later. It evolved into an important local resource.
Glasgow Inc. operates two clean fill reclamation facilities in southeastern PA. These include Montgomery Stone Reclamation and Ivy Rock Reclamation. They accept uncontaminated materials. These materials include soil unpainted brick block stone concrete and used asphalt. Glasgow has operated these sites since 1997. They provide an economic alternative to traditional landfills. This contributes to a safer healthier community.
These reclamation sites follow strict regulations. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection oversees them. They only accept uncontaminated materials. Wood trash metal and painted surfaces are prohibited. Glasgow’s compliance professionals help with regulations. They also assist with transportation arrangements.
Glasgow Inc. also prepares yearly maps for the McCoy Quarry. They create environmental maps and cross-sections. These are based on aerial photography. This ensures responsible operation.
The McCoy Quarry plays a vital role today. It supports infrastructure. It reclaims materials. It contributes to responsible waste management.
So next time you’re driving on a smooth road remember the McCoy Quarry. Remember the contributions of Glasgow Inc. and the long history of resource management in this area.