The Somerdale Road Bridge in Gloucester Township, NJ, is undergoing a full reconstruction to improve safety and infrastructure longevity for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Originally built in 1936, the bridge spans the North Branch of Timber Creek and serves as a vital connector between Chews Landing Road and the White Horse Pike. This $3.7 million project, funded through state and county sources, began in early 2025 and is expected to take two years to complete. Once finished, the new br ... Read more
Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut, is undergoing a transformative $280 million campus improvement plan aimed at expanding and modernizing its healthcare facilities. This ambitious initiative includes the construction of a new patient care tower and significant upgrades to existing infrastructure, all designed to enhance the quality and accessibility of care for the community. As part of this effort, critical site preparation is underway to safely remove underground tanks and lay th ... Read more
In the Houston, Texas area, where rapid urban expansion intersects with complex geotechnical conditions; safe, reliable access to underground utilities is not just a convenience, but a necessity. As one of the most flood-prone and infrastructure-dense cities in the U.S., Houston faces unique challenges in maintaining and upgrading its subsurface systems. Recently, a cofferdam installation has been underway to help address these challenges, enabling major trenchless work in a critical corridor th ... Read more
In early 2025, Digging Deep Construction successfully completed a critical excavation project for the new Wesley Chapel Wiregrass Hospital located in Wesley Chapel, FL. The work required precision, adaptability, and the ability to overcome unexpected challenges--hallmarks of Digging Deep's expertise. A full-service utility, excavation, and demolition contractor based in Bradenton, Florida, Digging Deep Construction, LLC specializes in commercial and residential projects, as well as offering serv ... Read more
In the summer of 2024, Sparwick Contracting Inc., a family-owned company based in Lafayette, NJ, took on a foundation project for a small county bridge located on Wantage Ave, Branchville, NJ. Known for their expertise and friendly approach, Sparwick tackled this picturesque farm-country job with professionalism and the right tools for the task. This project featured the use of a rented ICE® I-8v2 Diesel Hammer paired with 20" swinging leads, which proved pivotal for driving the 10.75" (in) ... Read more
In Nazareth, PA, the construction of a small bridge is more than just an engineering feat--it's a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation. With RE Pierson at the helm, this vital bridge project showcases the importance of infrastructure in connecting communities and enhancing their quality of life. The bridge, recently completed, provides a crucial link for residents, facilitating smoother transportation and fostering economic growth in the area. RE Pierson has a rich history ... Read more
The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River have been major North American trade arteries since long before the U.S. or Canada achieved nationhood. Today, this integrated navigation system serves mariners, farmers, factory workers, and commercial interests from the western prairies to the eastern seaboard. Interestingly, the St. Lawrence River portion of the seaway is not a continuous canal; rather, it consists of several stretches of navigable channels within the river including several locks ... Read more
The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the nation's most visited and scenic national parks. The park runs for 469 miles through 29 counties in Virginia and North Carolina providing memorable views of the Appalachian Mountains. There are also numerous parking areas at trailheads for the various hiking trails that intersect the parkway, and several campgrounds located along the parkway allow for overnight stays. Certain sections of the park are closed in the winter due to inclement weather making tunnel ... Read more
The Path to Four Lakes Revival
ICE® ZR Hammer Driving Hope Following Dam Failures
Editor: Debbie Reaney
Several lakes in mid-Michigan vanished after four dams on the Tittabawassee River faced catastrophic failures in May 2020. During severe flooding, the nearly 100-year-old Edenville Dam breached, causing floodwaters to quickly overflow the river. Other dams of four manufactured lakes connected to the river, including the Sanford Dam (the ... Read more
Casco Bay (Lobsters) EXPANDED
Debbie Reaney & Rick Sadler
In the Fall of 2016 Maine was in the grips of a drought when a 4-inch storm delivered some temporary but much-needed relief to Portland's streams, wells, and reservoirs.
Sadly, the storm effects delivered an unhealthy mixture of raw sewage, debris, and polluted runoff to Casco Bay in the form of nearly 69 million gallons (about 261,193,290 L) of stormwater. This nasty mixture flowed into Back C ... Read more
