About Columbia Quarry Co.
Columbia Quarry Co. has served Illinois and Missouri since 1906. We’re family-owned, customer-focused, and committed to delivering the highest quality rock and aggregate products.
Columbia Quarry Co. has served Illinois and Missouri since 1906. We’re family-owned, customer-focused, and committed to delivering the highest quality rock and aggregate products.
Founded in 1906 by E.J. and Dr. C.H. Krause, Columbia Quarry Co. began with the Brown Quarry in Columbia, IL and expanded with the high-capacity Dupo Plant by 1960. For decades, Beelman Truck Company was CQC’s largest customer before officially acquiring the company in 2010. This purchase included Columbia Plant #1, Waterloo Plant #7, and Dupo Plant #9, three limestone aggregate sites near metro St. Louis. With experience in slag production at Granite City Slag since 2007, the Beelman family expanded its ability to produce and deliver rock, slag, and dirt with modern equipment and over a million tons of capacity.
CQC combines generations of experience with modern technology to deliver superior materials. Our state-of-the-art crushers produce consistent, top-quality rock that meets strict industry standards. We are proud members of the Southern Illinois Builders Association and maintain certain IDOT and MoDOT approvals for our aggregates. This means you can trust our materials to meet your project specifications, whether for public infrastructure, commercial builds, or private developments.
Our experts produce all four certified rock grades: A, B, C, and D, each serving specific structural and performance needs. Every load is inspected and processed using advanced equipment to ensure consistency and compliance with transportation department requirements. This dedication to quality ensures you get materials that perform under pressure, project after project.
Columbia Quarry Co.’s employee resources help you stay informed and connected with our team. From employee portals to career opportunities, we’re here to support your success.
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