RESPONSIBLE MINING - PUBLIC HEARING
​July 23, 2018 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Fairfield EMS Hall in Fairfield, PA


There will be a public hearing on SGI's permit to mine Pine Hill (aka "the Northern Tract") on Monday, July 23, 2018 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Fairfield Fire & EMS Hall in Fairfield, PA. The public hearing is open to all. It is vitally important that people turn out to ask their questions and air concerns about the expansion of mining to Pine Hill, on the banks of Tom's Creek.

This permit application by SGI is the last hurdle before they begin mining. Please tell your family, friends and neighbors that this is their chance to let DEP know their views. It is your right to speak up!

Written comments from the public are due by Monday, August 6th 2018 to:
Cambria District Mining Office District Mining OperationsDepartment of Environmental Protection
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Attn: Daniel Sammarco, P.E., District Mining Manager; Rock Martin, P.G., Permit Chief
286 Industrial Park Road
Ebensburg, Pennsylvania 15931

HIKE     HUNT      FISH
HELP KEEP IT CLEAN
for future generations

Tom's Creek is a vital part of the culture and natural history of the surrounding region.

About Tom's Creek

​Tom's Creek is a pristine trout stream that is located in the headwaters of the Potomac River Watershed. It originates along South Mountain in south central Pennsylvania within Michaux State Forest and flows southward through Adams County to join the Monocacy River in Frederick County, Maryland.

Our Vision

  • High quality areas of Tom's Creek must remain high quality
  • Recognize historic significance of Tom's Creek and surrounding area
  • Promote active stewardship by families and communities of Tom's Creek watershed
  • Ensure protection of this important natural and cultural resource - now, and in the perpetuity.

Support FOTC

You can help by volunteering with us, making a contribution, or 
by simply enjoying this pristine natural resource.