Description:
The purpose of this report is to draw together known data on occurrences of
stone, present production techniques and problems, types and varieties of available
stone, markets, labor and land conditions, and the general potential of the stone industry
in Arizona. Thus, the report is primarily an economic study. Data on building
stone, landscaping stone, and crushed rock used in building for its decorative purpose
are included; aggregate, ballast, rip rap, etc. are not included. Compilation of complete
data on as widespread and varied an industry as this would probably be impractical
at this time. Therefore, an annotated bibliography has been included; reference
numbers in the text indicate items in the bibliography. Reference is also made
to the state and federal agencies that can provide additional data. It is hoped that this
report is sufficiently detailed to show basic trends, economics, and potential to both
the present producers and those considering participation in this industry.