Gravel Pit Near Mormon Lake Closed Temporarily Due To Blasting

A gravel pit north of Mormon Lake will be temporarily closed due to blasting in the area. Coconino National Forest officials say contractors began blasting today near Perry Lake to collect rocks for construction material. The blasting will allow for the rocks and boulders to be crushed and used for future road construction projects. The area will be closed to the public for safety concerns until November 21st.