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Granite Construction and California Engineering Contractors Tackle Historic American River Bridge Rehabilitation as Joint Venture American River Constructors
By Brian Hoover
The American River Bridge, a Californian State Hwy 51 (Business 80) crossing near the California State Fairgrounds, is undergoing one of the most complex bridge rehabilitation efforts in the region’s history. Built in 1954 as two parallel two-lane spans and widened in 1965 to three lanes in each direction, the bridge had begun to show the effects of decades of heavy traffic and environmental wear, including deck cracking, spalling, chloride contamination, and scour at the piers.
To address these issues, American River Constructors, a
joint venture of Granite (70%) and California Engineering Contractors, Inc. (30%), began the $212 million rehabilitation in January 2022 under a Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) delivery model. Completion is expected in Summer 2026.
The joint venture is widening the bridge to 150 feet to accommodate three lanes in each direction with compliant shoulders, while adding a Class 1 bike and pedestrian path that connects downtown Sacramento to existing bike routes. The superstructure was widened first to maintain full traffic capacity during deck replacement.
“Partnering with Caltrans on the American River Project, we’re not just building a bridge, we’re building trust,” said Granite Project Executive Bob Mihal. “From day one, this has been about collaboration, communication, and problemsolving. Every challenge we’ve faced has been met with the combined expertise of everyone involved.”
A HISTORIC CROSSING
When it opened in 1954, the bridge replaced earlier crossings including the Old Fair Oaks truss bridge (1909) and earlier railroad spans that once served the region’s Gold Rush–era transport.
Below: Crews carefully remove the existing bridge deck during Stage 3 of the rehabilitation, followed by the installation of reinforcing steel and new concrete to ensure long-term durability for one of Sacramento’s busiest crossings.
/ Photos provided by Granite Construction
The mid-1960s widening used lightweight concrete on the added lanes to avoid overloading the existing piers, a design choice that continues to influence today’s rehabilitation strategy.
By the early 2020s, structural deterioration and foundation scour demanded major repairs. With I-80 serving as one of Northern California’s busiest freight and commuter corridors, the project was deemed critical to the region’s transportation network.
CM/GC COLLABORATION YIELDS SAVINGS
The CM/GC approach brought Granite and CEC into the process before final design, enabling collaboration with Caltrans
engineers and environmental teams. This allowed the joint venture to:
• Secure permits in just 12 months despite active salmon habitat.
• Save over $85 million through design innovations and construction efficiencies.
• Start construction two years earlier than a traditional design–bid–build process would allow.
“The CM/GC process gave us a seat at the table early,” Mihal said. “We were able to work through constructability issues, environmental constraints, and sequencing challenges in real time with the owner and designer. That’s
what kept us ahead of schedule despite the unforeseen hurdles.”
Above: Concrete is placed for the Stage 1 pier wall, constructing the bridge’s foundation as part of the structural improvements.
Above: Team members install formwork and place concrete for the Stage 1 pier wall, a critical step in constructing the bridge piers.
Below: Granite Construction and California Engineering Contractors, Inc. crews participated in National Construction Safety Week, reinforcing the project’s commitment to a strong safety culture.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND TECHNICAL CHALLENGES
Work on the bridge is complicated by environmental restrictions from November through May to protect spawning Chinook salmon and steelhead. The joint venture used barges and dewatered cofferdams — classified as non–in-water work — to maintain productivity during this period. All sheet pile cofferdams and bridge piling were installed before the salmon window closed, ensuring uninterrupted pier construction.
Instead of building a temporary trestle, the team dredged the river to float construction barges, reducing environmental impact and saving time. This method also allowed rapid demobilization during the winter of 2023, when a series of atmospheric river storms brought historic rainfall.
“The river rose 25 feet in just 72 hours,” Mihal recalled. “With our barge setup, we could move quickly. In two days, everything was out of the water — cranes, pumps, materials — without losing
a single piece of equipment. If we had built a trestle, it would have been a completely different story.”
UNDERWATER CONCRETE INNOVATION
One of the most technically demanding aspects of the job has been the placement of concrete underwater for scour protection around the existing piers. The team installed steel sheet piles, then used divers to set reinforcing cages in place before the pour. A specially formulated admixture allowed the concrete to resist washout and self-consolidate beneath the water’s surface.
“Underwater concrete placement is an art and a science,” Mihal explained. “You start at the bottom, create a mass of concrete, and keep the tremie pipe embedded so the mix displaces the water rather than mixing with it. The admixture we used kept the cement from washing away and ensured the pour would cure properly.”
Because some pours were located up to 400 feet from shore, a barge-mounted pump and boom system was used, with concrete delivered from trucks staged on the riverbank.
INNOVATION AND SAFETY
The joint venture used 3D modeling for precision survey and field layout, reducing survey requirements and improving fit-up of components. Safety remains a priority: Granite has participated in Construction Safety Week since its inception, with this year’s theme, “All in Together: Plan – Own – Commit,” emphasizing shared responsibility from leadership to field crews.
LONG-TERM BENEFITS
When complete, the rehabilitated bridge will:
• Maintain three lanes in each direction with compliant shoulders.
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Above: Specialized crews perform repairs on existing girders, extending their service life and improving structural integrity.
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• Provide a multimodal Class 1 bike/pedestrian path.
• Improve seismic resilience.
• Deliver a structurally sound deck designed for decades of service.
“This project touches a lot of people, commuters, agencies, legislators,” Mihal said. “It’s been a privilege to build something so visible in California’s capital that showcases what American River Constructors can achieve. We’re proud to know it will serve the community for generations.”
PROJECT AT A GLANCE:
AMERICAN RIVER BRIDGE REHABILITATION
Location: Sacramento, California
Owner: Caltrans
Delivery Method: CM/GC
(Construction Manager / General Contractor)
Contractors: American River Constructors, a joint venture of Granite Construction and California Engineering Contractors, Inc.
Above: The existing bridge deck is demolished and removed, making way for a widened superstructure and new Class 1 bike/pedestrian path.
Lanes: Three lanes each direction + compliant shoulders
Multimodal: Class 1 bike and pedestrian path connecting downtown Sacramento to eastern Sacramento and existing trail networks
ENVIRONMENTAL & TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• CM/GC delivery enabled rapid permitting in 12 months despite active salmon habitat.
• $85 million saved through collaborative design innovations.
• In-water work window managed with barge-based and cofferdam construction.
• Barges used instead of trestles to reduce environmental impact and allow rapid flood demobilization.
• Seismic upgrades with reinforced “catcher blocks” under girders.
• Specialized underwater concrete placement for scour protection.
• 3D modeling for precision survey and layout.
Mark Phillips, marketing and communications manager for Granite Construction, is proud of this project, and every one the company undertakes. “It’s pretty special to be working on such a high-profile project in the state’s capital. When I tell legislators we’re on the American River Bridge Project, their eyes light up; they know it because they or their staff drive over it every day,” says Phillips. “Having something that prominent to point to and say, ‘That’s the kind of work Granite does,’ has been really rewarding.”
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Below: Construction crews install falsework and place reinforcing steel for the Stage 1 bridge deck, advancing toward the project’s milestone of full deck replacements.
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How a two-lane direct connector, deep foundations, and mass-concrete pours untangled one of the Inland Empire’s toughest chokepoints.
The State Route 71/91 Interchange is a lifeline between Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties, an everyday pinch point for commuters, freight, and emergency services. The project replaces a tight single-lane loop ramp with a safer, highercapacity two-lane direct connector from eastbound 91 to northbound 71, along with a realigned eastbound 91 on-ramp at Green
River Road and operational improvements on southbound 71.
“The completion of this project delivers a new direct connector from eastbound SR-91 to SR-71, significantly improving traffic flow at one of the region’s busiest highway interchanges,” said James Bailey, Executive Vice President of Skanska USA Civil’s West Coast operations. “The success of the project was driven by our commitment to safety while working in challenging conditions adjacent to active freeways. Thanks to the skilled project team and close coordination with Riverside County Transportation Commission
(RCTC) and Caltrans, we were able to overcome numerous challenges and deliver effective solutions.”
MEET THE BUILDER BEHIND THE BUILD
Skanska is a global construction and development company active across Europe and North America. Within the U.S., its single largest market with 28 offices, the firm delivers complex heavy-civil transportation (highways, bridges, rail/transit, tunnels, aviation), plus water/power and commercial development projects with strong self-perform capability. Skanska AB is publicly listed on Nasdaq
Skanska Wraps the 71/91 Interchange in Corona
By Brian Hoover / Photos provided by Skanska
Stockholm (ticker SKA B). For the 71/91 Interchange, Skanska was awarded a design-build contract by RCTC to replace the old loop ramp with a two-lane direct connector and related improvements.
Alex Sidney, Skanska’s Project Manager, took over day-to-day leadership in October 2024 after serving on the core team from the start. “Our first working day was January 31, 2023, and we wrapped up construction on August 21, 2025, that’s the substantial completion milestone we’ve been driving toward,” Sidney said.
CONCRETE, END TO END—AND ALL OF IT IN PLACE
The interchange was fundamentally a cast-in-place job: curb and gutter, drainage inlets, general-purpose concrete pavement, and the bridge superstructure were all formed and poured on site. The concrete work reached tens of thousands of cubic yards across multiple Caltrans mix families, including mass-concrete for large bents and connector elements. Crews embedded thermal sensors and used insulated blankets to control heat of hydration and avoid thermal cracking.
Daily placements commonly ran 800–1,400 cubic yards. Bridge decks were finished with a Bidwell paver; where widening geometry tapered too quickly for machine placement, crews relied on handrodding and hand-finishing to meet profile and ride specifications.
“Everything was poured in place, and we cycled through distinct structural mixes, columns, stems and soffits, bridge decks, approach slabs, and the 36- and 42-inch safety barriers,” Sidney said.
FOUNDATIONS, FALSEWORK, AND HEAVY PICKS
Foundations were among the project’s toughest challenges, owing to both the scale and
Bent 5 column cage splicing provides critical reinforcement for the E91/N71 connector’s vertical support system.
Completed Eastbound SR-91 to Northbound SR-71 connector ramp now open to traffic, easing congestion at one of the region’s busiest interchanges.
Eastbound SR-91 to Northbound SR-71 Connector – Bent 6 CIDH cage construction (13’ diameter x 120’ length), weighing more than 200,000 pounds.
Precision concrete placement for the stem and soffit of the connector ramp ensures long-term strength and durability.
Liebherr LR1400 crawler crane sets falsework stringers over the Santa Ana River Channel at Frame 2, Span 6 of the connector superstructure.
the variable site conditions encountered during drilling. CIDH piles reached approximately 120 feet in-depth. Another significant challenge of the project was the sheer size of the main EB 91 to NB 71 connector consisting of supporting columns that rise up to 80 feet above grade, all with 30-foot flares at the top. Skanska erected stem panels that stood roughly 11 feet by 8 feet, stickbuilt from dimensional lumber and plywood and flown into place bay by bay.
To span live traffic on SR-91 for falsework, the team erected a specialized outrigger beam system: 40-inch-deep, 130-foot steel beams (spliced from 100- and 30-foot segments) weighing up to 70,000 pounds each. About 30 long beams were set over westbound 91 and 50 over eastbound 91. Crane spreads peaked at up to six cranes on site, anchored by a Skanska-owned Manitowoc 235-ton crawler and additional 330-ton-class crawler cranes for the heaviest picks.
“The combination of deep foundations, tall flared columns, and heavy falsework over live traffic demanded tight sequencing and constant coordination,” Sidney said.
EARTHWORK AND ASPHALT
Although structure dominated, earthwork was significant: 400,000–500,000 cubic yards to realign southbound 71 and shape the connector landing. Skanska subcontractor, Calmex Engineering Inc. paved roughly 20,000 tons of asphalt for bond-breaker courses, full-depth sections on nearby roads, and cold-plane overlays of existing connector ramps.
TRAFFIC OPERATIONS AND SAFETY BENEFITS
Replacing the loop ramp with a direct connector eliminates shortweave conflicts that previously triggered heavy braking and sideswipe risk. The new eastbound 91 auxiliary lane and realigned Green River Road on-ramp feed the connector more smoothly, while the slight southbound 71 realignment creates the footprint for the two-lane flyover. The result: higher capacity, fewer conflict points, and better travel-time reliability through a former bottleneck.
TEAM, SUBS, AND SAFETY
At peak, the site carried 80 Skanska craftworkers, 30–40 subcontractor personnel, and 10 management staff. Key construction partners included:
• Don H. Mahaffey Drilling Company — Small Diameter Foundations
• Pacific Steel Group (fabrication) with Legacy Reinforcing Steel (placement) — structural reinforcement
• Schwager Davis, Inc. — bridge stressing/post-tensioning
Safety performance remained a central focus throughout welding, heavy picks, and night operations.
“For a project with this many geometric, geotechnical, and staging constraints, staying on schedule reflects the planning and the safety culture the crews built together.” Sidney said. Additionally, our crews and subcontractor members all completed this high-profile project with exceptional safety records.”
BY THE NUMBERS (FROM SKANSKA’S FIELD TEAM)
• Work window: Jan 31, 2023Aug 21, 2025 (last working day / substantial completion)
• Concrete program: “Tens of thousands of cubic yards”; 800–1,400 CY/day on peak pours
• Completion of a new direct connector ramp to improve access to the State Route 71/91 Interchange and align the entrance ramp from Green River Road
• Replacement of single-lane connector between eastbound 91 and northbound 71 with a two-lane ramp and addition of eastbound 91 auxiliary lane
• Installation of Cast-in-Drilled Hole concrete piles - up to 120 feet long and 13 feet in diameter
• Environmental considerations included federally protected nesting birds, burrowing owls, and the Santa Ana sucker, as well as the protection of bobcat, coyote, fairy shrimp, bat, and rattlesnake habitats.
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Crews completed the eastbound 91 to northbound 71 connector ahead of schedule, marking a major milestone in the SR-71/91 Interchange Improvement Project.
Manitowoc 888 crawler crane with luffer jib sets falsework bents for Frame 2, Span 6 of the new connector.
GROUNDBREAKING AMBITIONS:
Nex Gen General Engineering Grows with Precision and Purpose
By Brian
Since its founding in 2020, Nex Gen General Engineering, Inc. has steadily carved out a place in California’s heavy civil construction sector. Led by President and CEO Grant Porter, the company specializes in heavy earthwork and underground utilities, tackling commercial, residential, and infrastructure
projects with a focus on doing the groundwork right, literally and figuratively. The company’s rise has been built on a mix of practical experience, strong vendor relationships, and a commitment to precision that has earned it repeat clients and a growing reputation in the industry.
From Farm Fields to Heavy Civil Projects
Porter’s path into construction began long before Nex Gen’s first job. Growing up on a farm, he learned to operate heavy machinery at a young age, developing skills that would eventually become the backbone of his career. It was in these early
Hoover / Photos provided by Construction Marketing Services, LLC
years that he came to appreciate the importance of maintaining equipment, working efficiently, and meeting deadlines, values that still guide his approach to business today.
After high school, Porter began working with a close family friend on large scale projects at Vandenberg Airforce base, where he learned the fundamentals of earthwork, underground utilities, and all things civil construction. This period was crucial for him, having the experience to go off on his own in 2020 at the age of 23. After starting his own company in 2020, Porter gradually moved into work with general contractors, gaining hands-on experience in apartment developments, road construction, and other expansive commercial projects. This transition marked a turning point, expanding his capabilities beyond smaller-scale projects into the demanding world of heavy civil construction. It was here that Porter
Top: Nex Gen General Engineering’s John Deere 135 P excavator handles excavation and trenching with accuracy, keeping pace with retaining wall construction.
Far Left: Jack Shaefer, Precision Construction Specialist at John Deere, demonstrates the 700 P SmartGrade™ operator display monitor.
Left: Nex Gen’s John Deere 700 P dozer pushes and levels material, building the foundation for future apartment homes.
found his professional niche, focusing on large-scale earthmoving, grading, and underground utility installation.
“We primarily work on heavy civil projects, any earthwork and underground utilities,” Porter said, summarizing the company’s focus. That focus has allowed Nex Gen to remain agile while still taking on challenging, high-profile jobs.
The Bella Vita Project: A Case Study in Earthmoving Expertise
One of Nex Gen’s current flagship assignments is the Bella Vita apartment complex in Ventura. This redevelopment project is transforming the former Hawaiian Village apartment site at 998 Church Street, which was destroyed in the 2017 Thomas Fire, into a modern 52-unit community. Developed by A.J. Vido, Inc., Bella Vita will blend the original hillside charm with modern amenities, with the first of four buildings set to be completed later this year and
Below: Nex Gen General Engineering crews perform heavy earthwork at the new Bella Vita Apartment Complex in Ventura.
full buildout anticipated by early 2027.
For Ventura residents, this project represents more than new housing, it’s the rebirth of a community lost to one of California’s most destructive wildfires. The Thomas Fire burned more than 280,000 acres, destroyed over 1,000 structures, and displaced thousands of residents. The Hawaiian Village complex was among the casualties, reduced to rubble in the early days of the blaze. Now, years later, Bella Vita is restoring not only the physical buildings but also the sense of place for former residents and the wider community.
Nex Gen is performing all excavation and earthwork as a subcontractor to Specialty Construction, Inc. The site presents a notable challenge: a 75-foot grade differential from its lowest to highest points, requiring precise planning to ensure stability, drainage, and safety. Nex Gen’s scope includes grading building pads, compacting subgrades, backfilling retaining walls, preparing roadways, and executing flatwork and hardscaping.
Since breaking ground in October 2024, the crew has already moved approximately 10,000 cubic yards of earth—a testament to the project’s scale and complexity. This
work involves not only raw physical effort but also careful sequencing, as excavation and compaction must be completed in coordination with retaining wall installation and utility trenching. Completion of Nex Gen’s portion is expected by August 2026.
Built on Reliable Equipment and Relationships
On site, Nex Gen relies on an all-John Deere fleet, including a 700 dozer, a 544 loader, and a 135 excavator, supplemented with a 210 skip loader and 60G excavator rented from Coastline Equipment. These machines are [ Continued on page 26 ]
Left: Nex Gen’s team members appreciate their John Deere 700 Dozer with SmartGrade™ for its precise grade control and efficiency on the jobsite.
Right: Clark Guest, Jr. Area Sales Manager at Coastline Equipment in Santa Maria (left), Jack Shaefer, Precision Construction Specialist at John Deere (back), and Garrett Borrelli, Territory Manager, Coastline Equipment, Precision Solutions.
Right: Nex Gen’s John Deere 544 loader keeps material moving efficiently, hauling and stockpiling soil to support excavation and grading on the Bella Vita redevelopment
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central to the company’s ability to move large volumes of material quickly and safely.
Porter credits Coastline Equipment, particularly Clark Guest Jr. and his team, with keeping the operation running smoothly.
“Coastline Equipment is all over it when you need them. Their support is number one, and it’s their service and personal attention that keeps us coming back,” he said.
This partnership illustrates one of Nex Gen’s core business philosophies: align with dependable vendors who not only provide quality machinery but also back it up with responsive service. In heavy civil construction, where downtime can delay entire project schedules, that kind of support is invaluable. It also reflects Porter’s long-term approach, invest in the right tools and maintain relationships that can scale with the company’s growth.
Aiming for Growth
Nex Gen maintains a California General Engineering A license (#1069411), and works primarily across Ventura and surrounding counties as a non-union contractor. Its relatively moderate size gives it flexibility in staffing and scheduling, allowing Porter to take on projects that match the company’s strengths while still exploring new opportunities.
Looking ahead, Porter sees opportunity on the horizon. “I’d say we’ll double in size,” he projected, pointing to continued focus on heavy-civil projects, reputation building, and operational precision as the drivers for expansion. For him, growth isn’t simply about adding more people or equipment, it’s about building a team that can execute consistently on challenging jobs while maintaining the standards that have defined Nex Gen’s work since day one.
The Road Ahead
The Bella Vita project exemplifies the kind of large-scale, technically demanding assignments Nex Gen is built for, projects that require technical skill, heavy equipment, and a disciplined approach. From working in steep grade conditions to coordinating with other contractors, these job jobs are a microcosm of the heavy civil sector’s demands.
As Nex Gen looks toward the future, Porter’s vision is clear: keep building a strong reputation, invest in the right partnerships, and remain committed to precision and performance. The company’s journey from a new venture in 2020 to a trusted subcontractor on one of Ventura’s most high-profile redevelopment projects shows what’s possible when skill, strategy, and relationships align.
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AGC of San Diego Turns Up the Heat at 86th Annual Affiliate Day Golf Tournament
The Associated General Contractors (AGC) of San Diego brought the tropical energy, and the summer heat, to the 86th Annual AGC Affiliate Day Golf Tournament on August 8. More than 300 golfers, exhibitors, sponsors, and committee members spent the day golfing, networking, and enjoying the sun across the two courses at Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan.
TITLE SPONSORS SET THE STAGE
This year’s event was made possible through the support of title sponsors Alliant Insurance Services and Baker Tilly. From the first swing to the last putt, participants enjoyed a day packed with refreshments, contests, and prizes.
"We're thankful for our members and sponsors who continue to make this event successful," AGC of San Diego said. "Special thanks to our golf committee chair Michael Burrell for his leadership and for setting the tone for the tournament." The hole, which featured a VCESsponsored live performance by Audio-Grind, provided by Construction Marketing Services, LLC, was a highlight for players and guests.
Tournament Chairman Michael Burrell summed up the day perfectly. “We had an amazing turnout for this soldout tournament at Singing Hills Country Club in El Cajon. Everyone had a great time with food, refreshments, and sponsors at every hole, and even a rock & roll band at the first hole that played to the foursomes as they approached. It was a great day for everyone and a very successful event for AGC of San Diego. I want to extend a big thank you to everyone at AGC of San Diego, the sponsors, golf committee and all of the volunteers that made this year’s event successful and fun.”
KEEPING COOL AND FUELED
A variety of sponsors kept attendees refreshed and energized throughout the day. Collins Plumbing, Hensel Phelps, Helix Electric, and Tower Glass served up Bloody Mary and Mai Tai bars during registration and lunch. Breakfast burritos from Buckboard Catering & Events got golfers off to a strong start, while Finch, Thornton & Baird LLP provided the tee prize, a backpack beach chair, and a brats lunch. FuturePlan and West Coast Group Benefits treated guests to Dilly's Ice Cream Truck, and Milwaukee Tool and Griffith Company supplied the scorecards. The day wrapped up with an
Golfers test out their putting game at the sponsored putting contest, courtesy of Hoop5 Networks!
of San Diego Staff members (left to right) Robin Scott, Kellie Korhonen, Inna Alizade, and Phil Hurley round the course, checking in on exhibitors and making sure everyone stays hydrated during the 90+ degree day.
impressive steak-and-chicken dinner buffet.
TOURNAMENT STANDOUTS
While every participant enjoyed a memorable day on the course, a few teams earned top honors:
WILLOW GLEN COURSE
• 1st Place Low Gross: Dynalectric San Diego – Ryan Lee, Chris Jadwin, Bobby Van Hollebeke, Erik Graber
Audio Grind got golfers in the island mood straight away with entertainment at Volvo's exhibitor booth as they came onto the course.
Austin Moore and Jack Martin of Hawthorne Cat gave away customized golf balls at the tourney this year. Players also couldn't miss the Cat 255 compact track loader and Cat 270XE Skid Steer Loader on display.
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with Ana Durazo (left), Juan Cisneros of VCES, and Jennifer Phillips of PNC. Together they staffed the Volvo Construction Equipment & Services exhibitor booth and represented their clients, including PNC Equipment Finance, who contributed to the raffle.
• 2nd Place Low Gross: SoCal Shield – James Billburg, Scott Middleton, Trevor Younghusband, Shawn Wittenberg
• 3rd Place Low Gross: Vulcan Materials Company – Tripp White, Jon Hamilton, Rob Piceno, Geoff Acosta
OAK GLEN COURSE
• 1st Place Low Gross: SNS Concrete – John
Shelby, Skyler Oostar, John Shelby Jr., Raymond Fifield
• 2nd Place Low Gross: Cavignac – Jase Hamilton, Brian DiPietro, Oliver Craig, Stephen Watson
• 3rd Place Low Gross: Martin Marietta (Caddyshack Team!) – Ryan Merritt, Ty Webb, Al Czervik, Carl Spackler
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Condon Johnson & Associates golfers Steve Williams, Doug Bixel, George Burrough, and Neil LaLonde start strong at hole 1.
Exhibitor myCREcloud hosted a hole-in-one contest for a Rivian this year on Willow Glen.
AGC
Chair Michael Burrell (right)
Volvo's golfers Aaron Anderson, (left), Aaron Conner, Tom Case, Ed Galindo and Phillip Ransom ready to take on the course. First stop: Their exhibitor hole and a quick pass by their equipment on course.
Hawthorne Rentals foursome included Trevor Kolocheski (left), Armando Arroyo and Richard Hatcher.
A complete list of winners is available online.
EXHIBITORS BRING THE FUN
Adding to the vibrant atmosphere, exhibitors included Acme Safety & Supply Corp., ADS Pipe, Bar None Auction, Bob Stall Chevrolet, Cable, Pipe & Leak Detection, Cement Cutting, Contractors Edge, Dynalectric Company, Enterprise Fleet Management, Hawthorne Cat, Herc Rentals, Mi-Box of San Diego, myCREcloud, SC Fuels, Scholefield
Acme Safety & Supply Corp.'s Ashley Klocksieben understood the assignment at their exhibitor hole, sporting island gear and gifting bucket hats to keep golfers cool (among other fun prizes).
Golf Chair Michael Burrell, VCES, (right), Jessica Vesco, Condon Johnson & Associates, Inc., Amanda Roberson, Helix Electric, and Kim Heinz, Swinerton, sport appropriately pink attire to stand out and assist golfer needs for the long day on the course.
Construction Law, Trench Shoring Company, TRL Systems, Volvo Construction Equipment, and WestPac Wealth Partners.
A TEAM EFFORT
Beverage sponsors kept cups full, hole sponsors kept the competition moving, and raffle sponsors supplied exciting prizes. The dedication of committee members and volunteers ensured the event ran smoothly—finishing earlier than ever before.
Trench Shoring Company brings the swag of champions to our tournament with grand prizes of two e-bikes!
Dynalectric Company challenged golfers to an axe throw as part of their exhibitor booth.
Dynalectric Company brings their island spirit to the course, always going all out for a theme, and raffling off not one but two magnetic speakers at the golfer dinner.
LOOKING AHEAD
AGC of San Diego continues to build camaraderie and strengthen industry connections through events like this. With the fall golf tournament just around the corner, the momentum is set to continue. For information on future AGC of San Diego Golf Tournaments and other events, please visit www.agcsd.org. Cc
Granite Completes Acquisitions of Warren Paving and Papich Construction to Strengthen and Expand Vertically-Integrated Home Markets
Granite has signed and closed deals to acquire Warren Paving and Papich Construction.
“These two acquisitions strengthen and expand Granite’s vertically-integrated home markets with the addition of aggregates quarries, asphalt plants and paving and civil construction operations and will enhance offerings to clients and provide new opportunities for employees,” explained Kyle Larkin, Granite CEO and President.
Warren Paving is a construction materials producer, paving contractor, and aggregate barging company headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Included in the purchase is one of the largest river-based limestone quarries in the United States as well as 11 aggregate depots, three state-of-the art Astec asphalt plants, and a new sand and gravel facility. In addition, the company owns 54 barges, along with 114 leased barges, for aggregate distribution along the Mississippi River system.
The Warren Paving acquisition supports the continued development of Granite’s Southeastern platform of companies, following the acquisitions in the last two years of Lehman-Roberts, Memphis Stone & Gravel, and Dickerson & Bowen. Granite now owns a strategically placed fleet of aggregate and asphalt facilities across this fastgrowing region, and has added hundreds of skilled, experienced construction and construction materials experts to its team.
Papich Construction is a vertically integrated construction and infrastructure contractor headquartered in Arroyo Grande, California. The company specializes in road and highway, emergency response, railway infrastructure, utility infrastructure, alternative energy, airport, environmental remediation and heavy equipment rental. Papich produces aggregates and asphaltic concrete under the DBA Sierra Pacific Materials.
Papich Construction has strong materials reserves with approximately 40 million tons of reserves and resources.
The Papich Construction acquisition supports Granite’s position in its vital Central Coast and Central Valley home markets in California. Papich’s locations fill a gap in Granite’s geography, and securing a material play in the region represents a significant milestone for Granite.
These two acquisitions will increase Granite’s aggregate reserves and resources by approximately 30% with the addition of more than 440 million tons and will increase annual aggregate production by approximately 27% with the addition of more than 5 million tons. Cc
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