West Virginia DOT Awards over $13.8 Million in Highway Construction Contracts
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The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) has awarded contracts for several highway improvement projects across the state, totaling over $13.8 million. These projects focus primarily on slide repairs, bridge rehabilitation, and road resurfacing, aiming to improve infrastructure and safety for West Virginia drivers. The awards were announced recently and involve multiple contractors, with Marks Drilling Inc. securing a significant portion of the work.
Project Breakdown by County
HereS a detailed look at the awarded contracts, organized by county:
Berkeley County
* GM access Road Bridge Overlay: Kelly Construction Company was awarded $279,500 to perform an overlay on the GM Access Road Bridge. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
Lincoln County
* Cherry Street Slide Repair: Marks Drilling Inc. received $250,713.50 for a slide repair project on Cherry Street. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
* Sand Creek Road slide Repair: Marks Drilling Inc. was awarded $122,388.50 for a slide repair project on Sand Creek Road. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
McDowell County
* WV 161 Micropile Slide Repair, Resurfacing & Guardrail: West Virginia Paving Inc. secured a $449,630 contract for a comprehensive project on WV 161, including micropile slide repair, resurfacing, and guardrail installation. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
Mercer County
* Oakvale Bridge Rehabilitation: Brayman Construction Inc.was awarded a ample $10,693,066.17 contract for the rehabilitation of the Oakvale Bridge. Bridge rehabilitation projects are crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of vital transportation links. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
Pleasants County
* Bull Creek Road Piling Wall Slide Repair: Marks Drilling Inc. received $169,477 for a piling wall slide repair project on Bull Creek Road. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
Wayne County
* WV 152 Slide Repair: Marks Drilling Inc. was the low bidder and awarded $646,589.50 for a slide repair project on WV 152. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
* sunnyside Drive Slide Repair: Marks Drilling Inc. secured $114,370 for a slide repair project on Sunnyside Drive. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
Marks Drilling Dominates Slide Repair Contracts
Marks Drilling Inc. was notably successful in securing multiple contracts, particularly for slide repair projects. Slide repairs are a common need in West Virginia’s mountainous terrain, where landslides can frequently impact roadways. These repairs involve stabilizing slopes and restoring road surfaces to ensure safe passage. Micropile slide repair, as seen in the McDowell County project, utilizes a technique involving drilling small diameter piles into the ground to provide support and prevent further movement.
Looking Ahead
These infrastructure investments demonstrate the WVDOT’s commitment to maintaining and improving West Virginia’s transportation network. Continued investment in road and bridge projects is vital for economic progress and the safety of residents and visitors. The WVDOT regularly awards contracts for various projects, and further announcements can be found on their official contracts page. https://transportation.wv.gov/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
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