Bonnie Burn Road – Blasting at Blue Hill

Project: Blasting at Blue Hill site – Bonnie Burn Road

The first day of actual blasting is estimated to be July 10th or July 11th, 2025, and is estimated to finish the first week of September (weather dependent).

ESTIMATED SCHEDULE

• Blasting mobilization and set up 6/30/25 thru 7/7/25
• 1^st day of blasting is scheduled TUESDAY, 7/15/25 AT MID DAY (12 NOON)
• Blasting completion Friday 9/5/25 based on current schedule and contingent on weather conditions
• Blasting is expected 3 to 5 times each week or approximately every other day

******** DEAR CONCERNED RESIDENTS OF WATCHUNG ************

As part of the preparation for the upcoming development, Bonnie Burn Road Redevelopment Urban Renewal, LLC is conducting controlled blasting operations to safely excavate rock from the site. These operations are being performed by Maurer & Scott Drilling and Blasting, the licensed contractor responsible for facilitating rock excavation for the project.

All blasting activities are being conducted in full compliance with the New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC) regulations, including NJAC 21:1A-13 8 and NJAC 12:190-7.11, 7.25 and 7.26, which govern the safety standards and operational procedures for explosive use in the state.

We understand that nearby property owners may feel vibrations or shaking during these activities. Please be assured that these operations are being conducted in accordance with all applicable safety regulations and permitting requirements.

If you have any questions, experience issues, or would like to request additional monitoring or information, please contact the below. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this project progresses.

• Samantha Louise
  Code Inspector II, Explosives/Mining
  Office of Public Safety and Compliance
  State representative who can assist with blasting/explosives-related questions.
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  📞 908-334-4905
  
  
• New Jersey Department of Labor – Office of Public Safety and Compliance
  Responsible for blasting oversight and permitting.
  The Department also offers free seismic monitoring for property owners upon request.
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  📞 609-292-2096
  🌐 Click here to access NJ DOL Blasting Information and Seismic Monitoring Request Forms

• Don Haney, Principal
  Rocky Rift Consulting Inc.
  Responsible to inspect the structures/assets located adjacent to the project site.
  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  📞 570-656-2273

Additional Information - Click the links below to learn more.

• Pre-blast Notification Letter
• NJAC 21:1A-138 – Blasting Operations
• NJAC 12:190-7.11 – Planning and Operation for Blasts
• NJAC 12:190-7.25 – Air Blast Effects