Summary of the BRAP

  • Identified over 200 million tons of reserves for aggregate, riprap and armor stone.

  • Ideal location with available power, infrastructure, and deep water harbor.

  • Community backing and available workforce.

  • Current and future markets for sale of material.

  • Creation of the Metlakatla Aggregate & Construction Company.

  • Excellent local, state, and federal tax benefits and incentives for a Joint Venture company.

Groups that are involved in the Bald Ridge Project

  • Metlakatla Indian Community

  • Bureau of Indian Affairs

  • Bureau of Land Management

  • Environmental Protection Agency

  • U.S. Fish and Wildlife

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

  • National Marine Fishery Service

  • Minerals Management Service

  • Numerous private consulting companies

  • Current and Future Work

  • M.A. & C. Co. seeking contracts with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for sale of riprap and sand & gravel.
  • Application in process for DOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) program.
  • Application in process for SBA’s 8(a) Business Development and Small Disadvantaged Business Certification.

  • Continuing communication with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians in Tacoma, WA for off-loading facilities.

  • Communication with large shipping company for transportation.

  • Environmental Assessment completed 2004.

  • Mine design begun for permitting.