The United States was the leading producer of sand and gravel worldwide in 2021, having produced 72 million metric tons that year.
Sand and Gravel
Sand and gravel deposits originate from various geomorphological processes, which include river channels, river flood plains, and glacial deposits. It is considered one of the most accessible natural resources. Sand comes in different sizes of grain and serves different purposes. It is a necessary resource for economic development activities such as include road building and concrete production. Sand and/or gravel is also commonly used in playgrounds, golf courses, and producing glass.
Sand and Gravel for construction in the United States
Although the United States is the leading producer of sand and gravel worldwide, the country still imports a certain amount for construction purposes. Since 2010, the United States’ gravel and sand imports have fluctuated somewhat, ranging from three to seven million metric tons of sand and gravel imported per year. From 2017 to 2020, the majority of U.S. sand and gravel imports came from Canada. Since 2010, the average price of sand and gravel has been slowly increasing, most recently standing at 9.90 U.S. dollars per metric ton.
Major countries in industrial sand and gravel production worldwide in 2021
(in 1,000 metric tons)
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US Geological Survey. (January 31, 2022). Major countries in industrial sand and gravel production worldwide in 2021 (in 1,000 metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved August 13, 2022, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/376665/industrial-sand-and-gravel-production-by-top-countries/
US Geological Survey. "Major countries in industrial sand and gravel production worldwide in 2021 (in 1,000 metric tons)." Chart. January 31, 2022. Statista. Accessed August 13, 2022. https://www.statista.com/statistics/376665/industrial-sand-and-gravel-production-by-top-countries/
US Geological Survey. (2022). Major countries in industrial sand and gravel production worldwide in 2021 (in 1,000 metric tons). Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: August 13, 2022. https://www.statista.com/statistics/376665/industrial-sand-and-gravel-production-by-top-countries/
US Geological Survey. "Major Countries in Industrial Sand and Gravel Production Worldwide in 2021 (in 1,000 Metric Tons)." Statista, Statista Inc., 31 Jan 2022, https://www.statista.com/statistics/376665/industrial-sand-and-gravel-production-by-top-countries/
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