Granite's Southeast Home Market Expansion
October 29 2024 - 4:30PM
Business Wire
Granite (NYSE:GVA) continues to expand its home market strategy
in the Southeast through various projects, leveraging its recent
acquisitions of Lehman-Roberts, Memphis Stone & Gravel (MSG),
and Dickerson & Bowen Inc. (D&B).
The following projects demonstrate versatility in the
construction and materials industry in the region:
- Olive Branch Airport taxiway rehabilitation, Mississippi:
Lehman-Roberts was recently awarded this project which consists of
repairing and improving the existing asphalt pavement on a portion
of the taxiway. They are calling it a “rehabilitation” of the
taxiway, which consists of approximately 2,750 tons of hot mix
asphalt (HMA). The estimated completion date is August 2025.
- Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) Tunica County
US 61 from Clayton to State Aid Road 72: Lehman-Roberts kicked off
this project in September 2024, which includes Scrub Sealing &
Overlaying approximately 10 miles of US 61 from Clayton to State
Aid Road 72. Lehman-Roberts will produce 34,000 tons of HMA, and
MSG will supply 20,000 tons of material for shoulder gravel. Work
on this project began in August 2024 and is set for completion in
July 2025.
- MDOT Claiborne County: D&B will overlay approximately 19
miles of SR 547 from the Copiah County Line to US 61 in Port
Gibson. D&B will produce approximately 22,500 tons of HMA to
complete the project. In addition, D&B’s Brookhaven plant will
supply approximately 1,800 tons of Class 5, Group D Granular
material. The project is projected to start in late October 2024
and is scheduled to be completed in October 2025.
"We are excited to announce these new contract awards," said
Patrick Nelson, Granite Vice President of Regional Operations.
"These projects not only enhance our construction backlog but also
boost our asphalt and aggregate materials businesses. These new
awards reflect our ongoing dedication to providing top-notch
construction services to our clients and support our mission of
serving our communities and improving their infrastructure."
About Granite
Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since
1922, Granite (NYSE:GVA) is one of the largest diversified
construction and construction materials companies in the United
States as well as a full-suite civil construction provider.
Granite’s Code of Conduct and strong Core Values guide the Company
and its employees to uphold the highest ethical standards. Granite
is an industry leader in safety and an award-winning firm in
quality and sustainability. For more information, visit the Granite
website, graniteconstruction.com, and connect with Granite on
LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram.
About Lehman-Roberts and sister company Memphis Stone &
Gravel
Lehman-Roberts, a Granite Company, and Memphis Stone &
Gravel, a Granite Company, have been a part of the fabric of the
Mid-South for more than a combined 190 years. Today, the companies
continue to build upon a long tradition of quality, trust and a
strong culture that distinguishes them among competitors in the
road construction, asphalt and aggregates industries. With an
impressive record and vibrant leadership, it is well poised for its
next 190 years of success. For more information, please call (901)
774-4000 or visit www.lehmanroberts.com.
About Dickerson & Bowen
Dickerson & Bowen has been paving the way for growth and
development since 1947 by providing high quality raw materials,
asphalt mixes, and paving capabilities. With a long-standing legacy
and strong leadership, D&B strives to provide excellence
through infrastructure for Mississippi motorists and residents. For
more information, please visit www.dandbinc.com.
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