Last fall, Bird Construction expanded its impressive fleet with the acquisition of the cutting-edge ICE® 14D Vibratory Hammer. This latest addition has already been put to work on a significant project: driving 35-foot-long permanent coated steel sheets for a seawall in Belford, New Jersey. The importance of this seawall project cannot be overstated. It represents a critical initiative aimed at protecting the coastal area from erosion and storm surges, ensuring the safety and longevit ... Read more
In February 2024, Agate Construction Co, Inc. (Agate) was one of the contractors working to repair a dam, located near Federalsburg, MD. This notable dam plays a significant role in the local ecosystem and community, including recreational uses and local aquatic habitat creation. The dam was initially constructed to power a grist mill, which was a common use for many dams on the Eastern Shore. This mill no longer exists, but the dam remains a significant historical structure and ... Read more
New Timber Pile Supports NJ Fishery
The historic seaside town of Cape May, NJ is arguably one of the oldest tourist destinations in the United States. Located where Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, the town's largest industry is tourism and it has much to offer such as the Washington Street Mall, Cape May Boardwalk, and many historic hotels. Commercial fishing is almost just as important to Cape May's economy and has been a mainstay in the area since the late 1600's. The combined ... Read more
ICE® Versus Deicing Salts
The Only ICE® You Want on the Road!
Bridge L-04 Replacement
Editor: Allison Braswell
The rapid deterioration of America's bridges is a widely recognized problem, and chloride-induced corrosion is to blame. Chlorides are derived primarily from the application of roadway deicing salts. Sodium chloride (common table salt) is the most popular type of road salt, while calcium chloride and magnesium chloride are common altern ... Read more
