THE ON ROAD OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE UTAH ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION 2024 Utah Asphalt Conference
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CONTENTSISSUE 2 2024 © 2024 Utah Asphalt Pavement Association (UAPA) | The newsLINK Group, LLC. All rights reserved. On the Road is published four times each year by The newsLINK Group, LLC for UAPA and is the official publication for the association. The information contained in this publication is intended to provide general information for review and consideration. The contents do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied on as such. If you need legal advice or assistance, it is strongly recommended that you contact an attorney as to your specific circumstances. The statements and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the association, its board of directors, or the publisher. Likewise, the appearance of advertisements within this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any product or service advertised. On the Road is a collective work, and as such, some articles are submitted by authors who are independent of UAPA. While UAPA encourages a first-print policy, in cases where this is not possible, every effort has been made to comply with any known reprint guidelines or restrictions. Content may not be reproduced or reprinted without prior written permission. For further information, please contact the publisher at 855-747-4003. OUR OFFICES 10808 South River Front Parkway, Suite 368 South Jordan, Utah 84095 2024 BOARD MEMBERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Victor Johnson Geneva Rock Product PAST PRESIDENT Bup Minardi Mountain Regional Equipment Solutions PRESIDENT-ELECT Jonas Staker Staker Parson Materials & Construction SECRETARY Kyle Smith Granite Construction Inc. TREASURER Scott Gardner ICM Solutions BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jason Klaumann Granite Construction Inc. Ryan Dalling Geneva Rock Products Tim Nevenner Kilgore Companies Wayco Bailey HF Sinclair Jim Hulse Mountain States Asphalt Jared Wright Peak Asphalt Chris Farner Wheeler Machinery Co. Mark Droubay Double D Distribution Mike Kurz Staker Parson Materials & Construction Dean Garrett Morgan Pavement Sam Beuke Suncor Energy (USA) Inc. MESSAGE FROM UAPA 6 EMBRACING CHANGE By Keri Dumont, Office Manager, UAPA 8 2024 UTAH ASPHALT CONFERENCE & ANNUAL DINNER WRAP-UP 10 2024 UAPA ANNUAL DINNER IN PHOTOS 12 2024 UTAH ASPHALT CONFERENCE IN PHOTOS 13 THANK YOU 2024 UTAH ASPHALT CONFERENCE SPONSORS 14 2024 UAC AWARD WINNERS 15 HALL OF FAME AWARD WINNER 16 QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION WINNER 18 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER 20 INNOVATIVE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNERS 22 QUALITY IN CONSTRUCTION WINNER 23 SMALL PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER 24 LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER 26 FRIEND OF INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS 27 INDUSTRY LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER 28 2024 UAC AWARD NOMINEES 34 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS! 4
Message From UAPA EMBRACING CHANGE By Keri Dumont, Office Manager, UAPA Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment. Together, we will continue to advance, embracing new opportunities and achieving unprecedented success. As I reflect on the extraordinary success of this year’s Utah Asphalt Conference, I am proud of all that we have accomplished together. This year’s conference set a new benchmark for attendees and exhibitors. We gave away nine scholarships, added two new educational tracks and hosted nearly 200 high school seniors from across the Wasatch Front. The success of the conference was an embodiment of our industry’s commitment to excellence, innovation and collaboration. I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved — from the meticulous planning by our steering and planning committees to the invaluable insights shared by our exhibitors and speakers to the enthusiastic participation of our attendees — each of you played a crucial role in making the event a success. Your dedication and engagement are what make our association vibrant and keep it moving forward. As we navigate through the changes within our association, I am filled with a sense of pride and optimism for what lies ahead. While we have recently bid farewell to Reed Ryan, our executive director, his legacy of leadership and dedication continues to inspire us all. Reed’s contributions have been instrumental in shaping the success and growth of the UAPA, and his presence will undoubtedly be missed. We wish him well as he embarks on a new chapter with the APA. This transition marks a significant moment for UAPA, but it also opens new doors and opportunities for our association. The foundation Reed helped build is robust and reflective of our shared commitment to advancing the interests and success of our members. The executive committee is diligently working to identify and appoint a new executive director who will carry this legacy forward with the same zeal for leadership and innovation. Our goal is to ensure a seamless transition, maintaining the highest level of support and service to which you have grown accustomed. In the interim, Derrick Frame, our technical director, and I are here to assist with any needs, concerns or questions you may have. We are committed to ensuring that the collaboration and communication that form the cornerstone of our association remain strong and effective. Our doors are always open, and we encourage you to reach out to us at any time. Looking to the future, I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for UAPA. Together, we have achieved remarkable milestones, and with your continued support and engagement, I am confident in our ability to reach new heights. The asphalt industry is dynamic and ever-evolving; by embracing the change, we will navigate this transition period and emerge stronger. Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment. Together, we will continue to advance, embracing new opportunities and achieving unprecedented success. Regards, Keri Dumont 6
2024 The 2024 Utah Asphalt Conference, held Feb. 27-28, 2024, at the Mountain America Expo Center, marked a resounding success for the asphalt pavement industry in Utah. This year’s event attracted 1,082 attendees and featured 94 exhibitors and nearly 30,000 square feet of bulk space, showcasing the latest in industry innovations and services. Participants benefited from more than 35 educational sessions, alongside inspirational keynotes in four general sessions, driving forward the conversation on industry trends, technologies and best practices. Utah Asphalt Conference 8
A highlight was the awarding of nine scholarships, thanks to generous contributions raising over $8,300 for the scholarship fund, underscoring the industry’s commitment to nurturing future talent. The conference also hosted its Annual Dinner at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, recognizing outstanding industry achievements with awards for Project of the Year and Industry Leader of the Year. Further engaging with the next generation, nearly 200 high school students from the Wasatch Front explored the industry first-hand, an initiative that promises to spark interest in the asphalt pavement sector among young minds. The conference not only celebrated current industry achievements but also set the stage for future innovation and growth. We are looking forward to welcoming professionals back Feb. 19-20, 2025. Annual Dinner WRAP-UP 9
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Thank You 2024 Utah Asphalt Conference Sponsors BLACK & GOLD SPONSORS Staker Parson Materials & Construction Geneva Rock Products RDO Equipment Holbrook Asphalt RoadSafe Traffic Systems Inc. Wheeler Machinery Goodfellow Corporation Nu Rock Asphalt Coatings Morgan Pavement GoPave Utah Granite Construction BLACK & SILVER SPONSORS Mountain Regional Equipment Solutions Maxwell Products Inc. All States Materials Group Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers CMT Technical Services Century Equipment Arnold Machinery Interwest Safety Supply Mountain States Asphalt BLACK & BRONZE SPONSORS Crafco Inc. Seal Coat Supply Double D Distribution Inc. Coughlin Company Graymont LUNCH SPONSORS Kilgore Companies RDO Equipment REGISTRATION SPONSOR PIRTEK 13
2024 UAC AWARD WINNERS HALL OF FAME AWARD WINNER — PG. 15 QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION WINNER — PG. 16 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER — PG. 18 INNOVATIVE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNERS — PG. 20 QUALITY IN CONSTRUCTION WINNER — PG. 22 SMALL PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER — PG. 23 LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER — PG. 24 FRIEND OF INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS — PG. 26 INDUSTRY LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER — PG. 27 14
Todd Morgan MORGAN PAVEMENT HALL OF FAME AWARD WINNER The Utah Asphalt Pavement Hall of Fame Inductee is chosen each year from among industry representatives and peers as someone who has significantly contributed to the betterment of the asphalt pavement industry in Utah. It is presented to an individual who actively fostered and demonstrated vision and dedication in advancing the asphalt pavement industry and overall investment in quality infrastructure for the state of Utah. The chosen inductee has a strong record of supporting policies and practices throughout their career that lowered the costs of doing business while reflecting industry values of responsible, safe and ethical business practices. This year’s Hall of Fame winner is Todd Morgan. Todd Morgan began working in pavement during a compelling chapter in the history of Utah’s asphalt industry. Spanning over four decades, Todd’s career encapsulates a journey of growth, innovation and resilience. Beginning his career at the age of 29, Todd quickly distinguished himself as a forward-thinker. His initial venture into parking lot striping in 1983 laid the groundwork for what would become a comprehensive service offering. Todd’s company, evolving swiftly, expanded its capabilities to include pothole filling, asphalt laying and, eventually, a full array of maintenance services. This progression highlighted not only Todd’s entrepreneurial spirit but also his adaptability and commitment to meeting the diverse needs of the market. A notable milestone in Todd’s career came in 1986 when he introduced emulsified aggregate sealcoat to his business, being one of the first to do so in the Salt Lake Valley. This innovation represented a significant step forward in asphalt maintenance technology, offering enhanced durability and performance of asphalt surfaces. Todd’s willingness to embrace and implement new technologies has been a key factor in his success and has contributed to setting higher standards for Morgan Pavement. Despite his lack of formal training in asphalt paving and maintenance, Todd’s hands-on experience and intuitive understanding of the field have been remarkable. His proficiency with a wide range of equipment, from pavers and graders to excavators, demonstrated a deep engagement with his work. This knowledge not only allowed Todd to lead his company effectively but also to instill confidence and respect among his peers and employees. Respect from his employees is where Todd really stands out. It wasn’t just about laying down the perfect road. He knew that building a strong team was key. Enter the “F-Troop,” Todd’s makeshift crew of salesmen and office staff turned asphalt wizards. They were the underdogs, the rookies thrown into the deep end, but under Todd’s wing, they got the job done. Sure, there were hiccups along the way, like the time they nearly buried a paver under 18 tons of hot mix, but Todd was always there, steering the ship back on course with a laugh and a lesson. Todd’s knack for making the best out of sticky situations (literally and figuratively) and his ability to see potential in people set him apart. Through his company, Morgan has provided not only employment but also opportunities for personal and professional growth. He didn’t just build roads; he built careers, friendships and a sense of family at Morgan Pavement. It’s this mix of hard work, innovation and genuine care for his team that’s made Todd a legend in the Utah asphalt scene. His legacy is evident in the success of his employees, and the positive culture fostered within Morgan Industries. In recognizing Todd Morgan’s achievements, we acknowledge the blend of innovation, dedication and community that has characterized his approach to business and the industry at large. His story is a testament to the lasting impact that one individual can have on an industry and the people within it. 15
Seep Ridge Road Impact Mitigation Project UINTAH SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT 1 PROJECT LOCATION: Randlett, UT PROJECT START: April 2023 PROJECT COMPLETION: October 2023 PROJECT COST: $6,593,768.88 KEY PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS: • Uintah Special Service District 1 — Owner • Jones & DeMille Engineering — Engineer • Geneva Rock Products — General Contractor, Microsurfacing • Consolidated Paving and Concrete — Subcontractor, Asphalt Pavement Repair • CKC Operations — Subcontractor, Crack Seal QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION WINNER PROJECT OVERVIEW Seep Ridge Road is a 52-mile-long corridor heading south into the Book Cliffs. The road provides access to major oil and gas extraction operations in Uintah County. The Seep Ridge Road Impact Mitigation Project included repairing settled roadway areas over large culverts and other pavement distress, applying a crack seal to the length of the project, sealing the entire surface with microsurfacing and finally applying paint striping. The final quantities for the project included 1,474,000 square yards of microsurfacing and 9,775 gallons of pavement marking paint. For this region, chip seals have proven to be a go-to treatment because of their ability to withstand heavy truck traffic and have historically performed well, but other treatments, such as microsurfacing, were also applicable for this roadway. As part of the design process, USSD1 worked with Jones & DeMille Engineering to prepare bidding documents for a standard hard rock chip seal, a lightweight chip seal and microsurfacing. WHAT MAKES THE PROJECT UNIQUE This project is unique as it was one continuous pavement preservation project. Uintah County is no stranger to large projects for pavement preservation, but those typically encompass many roads spread throughout the county. This project also involved multiple stakeholders and received funding from the Permanent Community Impact Fund Board (CIB), the state of Utah, Uintah County and USSD1. PROJECT QUALITY The aggregates for microsurfacing were transported from the Geneva Rock Pelican Point pit. The construction of this road coincided with a period of substantial oil and gas production on federal lands within the county, generating ample revenue for the project. Subsequently, there has been a shift in production towards tribal and private lands, leading to a reduction in available revenue for such projects. Uintah County and USSD1 have concentrated their efforts on the upkeep and preservation of existing infrastructure, aiming to prolong the lifespan of roadways and mitigate overall costs associated with repairs and replacements in the county. Following the resolution of settlement areas, deep ruts and other asphalt issues, the entire road length was measured with a profilograph. The project bid encompassed both profilograph measurements and several days allocated for profile milling, significantly enhancing the road’s ride quality before the application of the microsurfacing treatment. During the project’s construction, asphalt rutting was identified in a specific location. Collaboration between Geneva Rock and Jones & DeMille Engineering occurred before the full-width surface sealing, leading to the application of a scratch course that effectively filled the ruts and dramatically improved the road’s smoothness in this location. 16
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I-70; MP 154.8 to Green River Structure INTERMOUNTAIN SLURRY SEAL INC. PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER PROJECT LOCATION: Emery County (I-70 Green River West) PROJECT START: August 28, 2023 PROJECT COMPLETION: October 24, 2023 KEY PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS: • Dan Hinckley, UDOT — District Engineer • Jared Dastrup, UDOT — Region Materials Engineer • Cody Marchant, UDOT — Pavement Manager • Trapper Burdick, UDOT — Resident Manager • Trudi Morrey, UDOT — Field Engineer • McCoy Hurst, UDOT — Level IV Inspector • Brandon Wilberg, UDOT — Level III Inspector • Ben Farnsworth, UDOT — Level III Inspector • Paul Foster, Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. — Area Manager • Shawn Fielding, Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. — Senior Project Manager • Carter Hanson, Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. — Project Manager • Intermountain Slurry Inc. — Microsurfacing • Diamond Road — Road Smoothing • Garco Testing — Materials Testing Mix Design • Ellis Co. — Road Profiling • Straight Stripe — Pavement Marking Pain Iteams, Signs, Delineators • AAA Barricade — Traffic Control OVERVIEW The UDOT I-70 project addressed several issues. The asphalt was due for a pavement maintenance treatment. There were various areas with ruts in the travel lanes in each direction of the Interstate. The ruts varied in depth from ¼” to ¾”, with the most severe in the outside lanes. The project design was to eliminate the ruts and increase the MRI. This consisted of Road Smoothing (grinding) the outside lanes in each direction, Microsurfacing Scratch Course — Rut Filling specific areas identified with ruts and placing Microsurfacing on the entire width of the road. Additionally, new delineators, signs and pavement markings were applied. This project had UDOT’s Price + Time (time component) specification and was estimated for 60 to 90 working days. The project was completed within the minimum of 60 days and received the maximum of three days of incentive. WHAT MAKES THE PROJECT UNIQUE This project was unique in that Road Smoothing had been used on previous projects but not in this application. This section of I-70 was rutted and had ride issues (bumpy), and by incorporating the Road Smoothing and Microsurfacing, the result corrected the ruts and ride issues and extended the life of the asphalt for years to come. Both the Road Smoothing and Microsurfacing received incentives for improving the MRI. Per the design, Intermountain Slurry Seal was able to “save” the rumble strips and still treat them with Microsurfacing, which reduced the cost of the project as new rumble strips did not need to be cut. 18
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Innovative High Performance Highly Modified Asphalt Pavement INNOVATIVE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNERS ALL THREE CONTRACTORS CONSTRUCTED THEIR PROJECTS WITH SAFETY AS A HIGH PRIORITY, WITH NO ACCIDENTS THAT WE ARE AWARE OF. • Craig Fabrizio, Luke Peterson and others — Staker Parson Materials & Construction • Dan McDaniel, Victor Johnson and others — Geneva Rock Products • Pete Folk, Chris Campbell and others — Granite Construction Inc. INNOVATIVE HIMOD MIX SUMMARY FOR INCREASED PAVEMENT PRESERVATION: • PG 76-34 binder. • Density target 96% of Gmm. • 1-1.5% air voids target at 50 gyrations. • 6.0% minimum binder content. • 15% RAP allowed. • 90-95% voids filled with asphalt. • VMA requirements bumped up 1.0%. • 10 mm maximum rut, Hamburg Test at 54ºC. • Can be placed at full depth in cooler weather. CONTRACTOR NUMBER ONE: STAKER PARSON MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION I-80 East Bound Port of Entry Ramp, June 3, 2021 — This was the first placement of this innovative high performance mixture, first at their own plant and then at the POE ramp. This project proved the mix can go through the shuttle buggy after a long haul and be placed in a single 6-inch-thick lift while achieving densities of 96% or better for the full depth. The high binder content and low void mix easily compacted to a high-density condition for a durable, long-lasting, rut-resistant pavement. West Davis Corridor, I-15 Near Parish Lane, both NB (May 2022) and SB (September 2023) — This is the first placement of this mix/pavement on old, worn-out PCCP. The concrete was only crack-sealed and then given a 3-inch overlay. This will likely prove to be a highly cost-effective way to rehabilitate and preserve old concrete pavements. CONTRACTOR NUMBER TWO: GENEVA ROCK PRODUCTS SR-196 Mile Post 24 to I-80, May 2023 — This was the first use of the innovative mixture on a fullsize project, 13 miles in length. It was also the first thin lift project proving it can still be constructed and meet the high density requirement of 96% of the measured maximum value. The high binder content and low void condition of the mat produced a highly crack-resistant thin overlay pavement to preserve the old, worn-out, cracked road. CONTRACTOR NUMBER THREE: GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INC. I-84/80 Echo Junction Structure Bridge Deck, I-15 Bridge Decks in Region One, Summer 2023 — This is the first use of the new innovative mixture on structural bridge decks. Granite proposed change orders to this and other structures over I-15, demonstrating and promoting the use of this preservation technique to provide more watertight protection for the bridge decks. They were able to prove it could be done by achieving high compaction or density of 96% without the use of vibratory rollers. SR-173, 4800 West to Bangerter Highway, late Summer to Fall 2023 — This project proved the material could be constructed with a thin lift on multiple lanes in a high-traffic area. The high binder mat had densities again, proving to easily meet the 96% requirement for a long-lasting, durable pavement preserving the road. 20
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PROJECT OVERVIEW West Davis is a new 16-mile, four-lane divided highway project that has finalized being constructed to help alleviate traffic west of the state’s major interstate highway. This $550 million Design Build Project included construction of a freeway-to-freeway interchange connecting WDC to I-15 & SR-67 (Legacy Parkway), construction of 5 grade-separated interchanges, and a 10-mile trail system throughout the project. The project also required the construction of 250,000 SF of retaining wall, 21 vehicular bridge structures, five pedestrian bridge structures, six pedestrian box structures, eight drainage/creek box structures and one vehicular box structure. WHAT MAKES THE PROJECT UNIQUE One of the main unique points of this project was the use of over 7,000,000 tons of imported aggregate involved, along with 165,000LF of piping. Also, despite the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, major supply chain issues, inflated material costs, outside delays beyond our control and recordbreaking winter conditions, we were able to achieve a completion date six months earlier than the advertised completion date. Thanks to the impact of a high resilient modulus UTBC, we were able to reduce the shoulders’ pavement thickness significantly compared to the travel lanes, which led to a reduction in materials and cost. During this review, it was determined that eliminating the granular borrow, introducing a geogrid and adding a little depth in UTBC allowed for further reduction in asphalt thickness in the travel lanes from what was originally designed. Through partnering with the owner, we also had the opportunity to substitute a 76-34 highly polymermodified mix in lieu of performing a crack-and-seat process on the existing I-15 concrete surface. By using the highly modified mix, it reduced the impact on users of I-15 and provided an opportunity for the customer to assess the reflective crack resistance of the mix. The 76-34 was overlaid on the existing PCCP on both North and South bound I-15 for an estimated one mile. In some areas, it was laid in a companion pass to 64-34, which will provide additional opportunity to mix performance. PROJECT LOCATION: Davis County, Centerville to Syracuse PROJECT START: April 2021 PROJECT COMPLETION: December 23, 2023 KEY PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS: • Farmington Bay Constructors, a joint venture of Staker Parson Materials & Construction, A CRH Company; Ames Construction; and Wadsworth Brothers. • Subcontractors: • HNTB — Lead Design Firm • Cache Valley Electric — Electrical, Signal, Signs and ATMS Subcontractor • Comers Concrete — CIP Barrier Subcontractor • Harris Rebar — Reinforced Steel Fabricator and Installer • Harper Precast — Noise/ Retaining Wall Supplier and Installer • Craghead Building Co. — Flatwork Subcontractor • Cell-Crete — Light Weight Cellular Concrete Supplier and Installer TONS OF ASPHALT PLACED: 433,203 Tons West Davis Highway STAKER PARSON MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION QUALITY IN CONSTRUCTION WINNER 22
2023 South Jordan Mill and Overlay BLACK FOREST PAVING LLC SMALL PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER PROJECT OVERVIEW Asphalt mill and overlay on multiple collector and residential streets were done, overlaying parking lots at historic Gale Center and South Jordan City Cemetery roads. Traffic control was designed and implemented on all roadways. Subcontractors provided lowering/raising of utility collars and roadway striping for each roadway throughout the project. WHAT MAKES THE PROJECT UNIQUE South Jordan Mill and Overlay presented a good challenge which kept us busy at what we do best for over five months. At the pre-construction meeting, South Jordan City wanted to add several extra residential streets as well as the cemetery roads to the original plan. This nearly doubled the workload of the project and gave it a lot of variety. Work was performed on over 30 roads throughout the city. One to two days in advance of the work, notifications were sent out to each resident explaining the purpose and scope of the work that would take place on their roadway. This was done to avoid street parking and was a courtesy that allowed residents to plan for limited access on the day of paving. Some of the highlights of this project: • Helping facilitate a change in the line striping on Beckstead Lane, so it now allows parking on the south end. • Placing new asphalt on Skye Drive also refreshed the bike lane, which is well-used by many in the community. • Taking care around the edges to create a nice walking and parking area while resurfacing the lot of the historic Gale Center will now allow visitors to enjoy and celebrate the culture and heritage of South Jordan for years to come. PROJECT QUALITY The coordination and hard work involving many different people contributed to the success of this project. The paving field operations were overseen by our paving superintendent, Mark Fotou, who has over 45 years of experience in the industry. We were able to maintain continuous delivery of the asphalt mix by 10-wheeler dump trucks to our paving spread in order to eliminate unnecessary cold joints. Quality control testing services for the project were provided by an independent testing laboratory and showed all density tests exceeded the minimum standards set by South Jordan City. PROJECT LOCATION: South Jordan City, Utah — various collector and residential streets, including Skye Drive, Beckstead Lane and 2700 West PROJECT START: July 7, 2023 PROJECT COMPLETION: November 2023 KEY PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS: • Earl Jolley — Project Manager • Mark Fotou — Superintendent TONS OF ASPHALT PLACED: 18,514 tons (1/2” PG5828: 9,494 and 1/2” PG64-34: 9020) 23
U.S. 89; Farmington to I-84 OAK HILLS CONSTRUCTORS JOINT VENTURE (GRANITE AND RLW) LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR WINNER PROJECT LOCATION: Main Street in Farmington to the I-84 Interchange PROJECT START: February 2020 PROJECT COMPLETION: September 2023 KEY PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS: • Oak Hills Constructors (Granite / RLW Joint Venture) • Bryan Griffith, Rance Pickering — PM • Jereme Frank — DPM • Scott Wiscombe — Project Superintendent • Justin Shaffer — Paving Manager • Troy Hadley, Mike Bagley — Paving Superintendent • Martin Barrera, Arturo Zavala — Paving Foreman • Gary Alexander, Justin Wing — QC Ops Sup. • Jeremy Harris, K-leb Poulsen — Plant Foreman TONS OF ASPHALT PLACED: 272,000 TN (224,000 TN HMA, 48,000 TN FGHMA) PROJECT OVERVIEW The U.S. 89 Farmington project improved safety and mobility on U.S. 89 and at connections with local cross streets by widening U.S. 89 to three lanes in each direction from Main Street in Farmington to State Route 193 in Layton. • Added interchanges and bridges over U.S. 89 with on/off ramps at 200 North/400 North, Oak Hills Drive, Gordon Avenue and Antelope Drive. • Added bridges over U.S. 89 at Nicholls Road and Crestwood Road. • Completed a three-mile extension of the existing Gordon Avenue to connect it to U.S. 89. WHAT MAKES THE PROJECT UNIQUE U.S. 89 Farmington to I-84 was the first Progressive Design-Build Project in Utah built by Oak Hills Constructors. In Progressive Design-Build Projects, the owner manages only one contract with a single point of responsibility. The designer and contractor work together from the beginning as a team, providing unified project recommendations to fit the owner’s schedule and budget. The project improved connections between U.S. 89 and Main Street, S.R. 193 and Interstate 84. Some sections of new frontage roads were constructed to improve access to existing frontage roads and local streets. These changes improved local traffic access to the new interchanges and cross efficiently. The frontage roads include shared shoulders that will also function as a parallel bicycle route. CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES This project was scheduled and started right when the COVID-19 pandemic began. Two lanes of traffic in each direction had to be maintained. With COVID and many people being at home, there were not as many cars on the road; some scheduled night shift work was able to happen during the day with the light traffic. The traffic lights had to keep working. The lights at 400 N. and Oak Hills Drive had to be relocated as a temporary fix until the bridges were built. One intersection had over a dozen traffic switches; everything had to be reconstructed while traffic was still moving. In addition to the roadwork, there were many utilities that had to be replaced, and there was a major focus on the pedestrian aspect of this project. PROJECT QUALITY The project team captured $1 million in HMA incentive with only a $4,000 disincentive on the entire project. Over 272,000 tons were placed on the project with the numerous percentages of available bonus earned. 24
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FRIEND OF INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS The Friend of Industry Award is one of two prestigious honors we hand out each year at the Utah Asphalt Conference. It is presented to an individual, organization or agency who fosters and demonstrates vision, dedication and the spirit of public-private partnerships in advancing the asphalt pavement industry and overall investment in quality infrastructure for the state of Utah. They support policies and practices that create a stable and innovative environment for the asphalt pavement industry, lower the costs of doing business and reflect industry values of responsible, safe and ethical business practices. Rich Thorn (pictured above) and Pedro Romero (pictured below). & Rich Thorn, AGC Pedro Romero, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH 26
Jeff Collard HALES SAND & GRAVEL INDUSTRY LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER The Utah Asphalt Pavement Association’s Industry Leader Award is a prestigious award given to an individual who demonstrates commitment and leadership to the industry, to UAPA, to themselves and to the community. Having been nominated and chosen from among peers, this individual strives to represent all that is best about the asphalt pavement industry in Utah. DID YOU KNOW? Enjoy your association news anytime, anywhere. Scan the QR code to visit our online publication to stay up to date on the latest association news, share articles and read past issues. on-the-road.thenewslinkgroup.org 27
Award LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE U.S. 191; BLUFF TO ARIZONA STATE LINE PROJECT NIELSON CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS The project consists of lane leveling efforts prior to applying a 2” SMA overlay. The 24.5-mile section of U.S. 191 between the Arizona State Line and Bluff flows through Navajo Nation Tribal Lands and provides access to many National Parks and National Monuments. This very picturesque portion of the state was a pleasure to work in. We were able to take a highway that has been deprived of project dollars for several years and were able to improve the ride of the road substantially. There was 18,000 tons of HMA, 55,000 tons of SMA, and the San Juan River bridge deck was rehabilitated in the project. We also provided safety upgrades by installing new guardrails, crash cushions, delineators and rumble strips in the project. LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE SR-264: ELECTRIC LAKE BOAT RAMP TO SR-96 JONES & DEMILLE ENGINEERING The SR-264: Electric Lake to SR-96 project was a pavement preservation project that included a 1.5-inch rotomill, 2-inch FSR-HMA layer with a 1.5-inch SMA overlay from MP 5.3 to MP 9. Then, from MP 9 to MP 15.35, it included a HMA lane level with a 1.5-inch SMA overlay. The total tonnage of HMA was approximately 12,000 tons, along with 17,500 tons of SMA. The project elevations ranged from 8,000 feet to 9,500 feet. What made this project a success was the ability to collaborate and partner with each other. With lots of incentive and disincentive dollars on the line, it was important to work together and not fight against each other. This team efficiently tackled problems together and worked with the contractor to focus on doing the right thing, regardless of the cost. Geneva’s management and personnel worked hard to resolve any issues that arose. They communicated exceptionally well and were a pleasure to work with on this project. 2024 UAC 28
Nominees LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE SR-45 SOUTHAM CANYON TO MP 14 BURDICK MATERIALS The main purpose of this rehabilitation project was to correct the hazards on the existing roadway caused by subgrade cracking and movement due to the high clay content underneath the roadway. This clay, over time, causes the road to heave and move, causing many surface deficiencies that must be corrected, mainly affecting the smoothness of the road surface. Profile Milling was identified by UDOT designers as a solution in the design process. Various depths of profile milling from 0.25” in some locations to 2” maximum depth removal of material in other more prominent rough areas were utilized and completed. The material removed from the existing surface of the roadway was conveyed and placed on the shoulders of the roadway utilizing existing materials to widen and stabilize the narrow shoulders of the roadway, providing UDOT with a road with more width, thus increasing the safety for the traveling public in the area. Once the profile milling was completed, warm mix SMA was placed in a single 1.5” lift utilizing automatic leveling controls on the paver to establish the final smooth and improved roadway surface. Notably, partnering between UDOT engineers and the Burdick Materials team allowed the project team to successfully complete the final paving with the warm mix SMA on this project meeting all UDOT paving requirements late in the construction season on Nov. 3, 2023. LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE PROVO AIRPORT: RECONSTRUCT TAXIWAY A NORTH, TAXIWAY A4 AND TAXIWAY A2 GENEVA ROCK PRODUCTS In collaboration with Woolpert and Provo City, Geneva Rock was tasked to remove and replace the previously existing Taxiway A, and then to construct two brand new taxiways that tie into the existing commercial runway. The project consisted of 38,600 CY of material excavation, 15,200 CY of imported materials placed at 100% compaction, and the placement of 35,662 tons of asphalt concrete. This project worked around active aircraft traffic. The schedule consisted of four phases and included a 14-day commercial runway shutdown where crews worked 24 hours a day to meet the project schedule. Each phase was designed to keep optimum aircraft taxiing to and from the runway as efficient as possible while still allowing as much work to be completed at a time as possible. The work on the runway shutdown was completed ahead of schedule and commercial airlines were able to resume their normal operations. This project came under budget, and more work was added to the contract with extra funds, allowing more scope and additional Provo Airport needs to be completed. 29
LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE FOOTHILL BOULEVARD EXTENSION — LARIAT TO PONY EXPRESS PARKWAY CMT TECHNICAL SERVICES The project consisted of the construction of 3.2 miles of new two-lane pavement through an existing farm field between Lariat and Pony Express Parkway in Saratoga Springs. Initially intended to be a frontage road for Mountain View Corridor, this pavement was constructed to UDOT design standards to accommodate current funding and anticipated initial traffic. This project was constructed by Saratoga Springs using MAG funding as a precursor to the construction of this portion of Mountain View Corridor. MVC plans are for upwards of 10 years before construction and current Saratoga traffic demands could not wait that long. LARGE PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE I-80; MILEPOST 50 TO MILEPOST 60 STAKER PARSON MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION Staker Parson Materials & Construction recently completed a pavement rehabilitation project on I-80, from milepost 50 to 60, in Grantsville. This project required 40+ days for crews to remove the existing asphalt and place 47,000 tons of new Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) on the roadway surface. New lane striping and rumble strips were incorporated to enhance safety for travelers. Parking lot improvements were also made to two truck rest stops. The Utah Department of Transportation incorporated a new technique for rehabilitating the existing truck parking lot by concrete rubblization. The process was used to break concrete into particle sizes and remove the top 3”, regrade existing rubblized concrete and pave back 3” of asphalt. Due to the project’s remote location, the team utilized 15 to 20 doublebelly trucks to transport the material to the project site daily. This process ensured the successful placement of the SMA material and a smooth roadway surface. The team encountered challenges paving SMA, as opposed to the traditional HMA. HMA production consisted of 20 paving lots over two summers. Additionally, there were five full days of Stone Matrix Asphalt application. As part of the project, additional work was added to extend the northern terminus up to 400 North and included additional paving on 400 North. In addition to mainline Foothill paving, a number of cross-streets were repaved to provide updated access to neighboring communities and local businesses. 30
SMALL PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE SR-173; 4800 WEST TO BANGERTER HIGHWAY GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INC. This project included the use of highly modified hot mix asphalt (HMHMA). HMHMA has a highly modified asphalt binder that helps prevent air voids, provides long-term durability and increases the compaction and workability within a mat. Working with this material required a slight learning curve for the paving crew, and once they figured out its characteristics, it was smooth paving. This project also included the use of thermal imaging on our paver and rollers. Thermal imaging is focused on the placement and compaction temperatures as well as the roller pattern/ path. This helps identify possible locations within the mat that may be troublesome in the future in terms of relative density and material segregation. While paving, there was again a learning curve for the paving crew involving the initial set-up/ configuration of the cameras/sensors. After the initial setup of the equipment, before the first paving shift, the crew paved with no differences in their method. Our expert HR Services and Payroll can help you focus on what’s really important … your employees. Need help managing employee benefits & payroll? CALL US TODAY! 801-270-6851 wtapeo.com 31
QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION NOMINEE IVINS SLURRY SEAL MORGAN PAVEMENT Commencing on April 26, 2023, and reaching completion just three days later, this project embodies the routine yet essential work that we do. Spearheaded by Ivan Tavarez, David Hernandez and Lisandro Cruz, our team faced an everyday task, but with an extraordinary twist. The challenge was the distance. Located five hours from our headquarters, the logistics of transporting equipment, materials and our dedicated 13-man crew required meticulous planning and execution. With a large investment, covering 800,000 square feet, our team worked seamlessly, utilizing four slurry trucks and managing 600 tons of sand. Safety, as always, remained our top priority, with no accidents reported thanks to effective traffic control and daily safety training. But not all went as planned. A brand new slurry truck crucial to our operation malfunctioned, yet our team did not falter; we adapted, showcasing our ability to overcome unexpected challenges and completing the project with reduced resources. SMALL PROJECT OF THE YEAR NOMINEE SR-8; SUNSET BLVD. MP 0-1.3 WESTERN ROCK PRODUCTS This 1.3-mile project was a high-volume rehabilitation that consisted of a 2-inch mill & overlay of four travel lanes and a turn lane. The rehabilitation was designed with a stone matrix asphalt (SMA) surface overlay to provide optimum durability and drainage. An additional specification included a type one (1) classification for ride or smoothness. 4,827 tons of SMA were paved on the project. Approximately the same quantity of roto-mill tailings was hauled to the quarry, where they will be recycled for future bituminous paving projects. The project was in an urban interval of state route eight (SR-8) between the busy Bluff Street (SR-18) intersection and Dixie Drive. In addition to St. George, Sunset Boulevard is a primary connector that serves Santa Clara, Ivins and Kayenta. 32
QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION NOMINEE ROY INNOVATION CENTER CRAFCO INC. This project consisted of preparing the asphalt pavement surface and applying approximately 3 million square feet of AP4 Asphalt Surface Treatment at the Roy Innovation Center, which is located on Hill Air Force Base. The innovation center is designed for a classified defense contractor, the need for high security required unorthodox construction components and collaboration between Hill Air Force Base, architects, engineers and construction teams. From unique preparation equipment and precisely calibrated surface treatment applicators to a very unique methodical process, this project was sure to overcome industry challenges. The project enhanced the measures of protection to maintain its binding properties and also added frictional benefits for many years to come. This has and will continue to stretch the community’s and agency’s dollar and significantly extend the service life of its pavement. QUALITY IN PAVEMENT PRESERVATION NOMINEE SNOW BASIN SPRING ROAD REPAIR 2023 NU ROCK ASPHALT COATINGS Snow Basin Spring Road Repair 2023 was a pothole solution high in the mountains. In the heart of Utah’s majestic mountains lies Snow Basin Ski Resort, a destination known for its breathtaking beauty and pristine slopes. June 2023 presented an unprecedented challenge for Snow Basin. After a record-breaking snow year, the resort faced a critical issue. The roads, damaged and worn by ice and snowplows, threatened the success of a significant event: a grand wedding for the granddaughter of resort owner Earl Holding. A swift effective solution was crucial. Enter the American Road Patch, a groundbreaking solution using high-strength fiberglass technology to create a durable, long-lasting seal with the road. Its simplicity and effectiveness meant that even a small, inexperienced team could implement it quickly, a vital factor given the tight turn-around time. The project was a race against time, with 19 potholes near the resort’s entrance needing immediate attention. Despite the challenges of the remote mountain location and a limited budget, the team, led by Rob Holland, efficiently repaired 165 feet of road, transforming it seamlessly. The project had effortless installation and will have lasting results. 33
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024 Scholarship Winners! Beatriz Fieldkircher started in 2022 as an undergraduate intern in the asphalt materials lab at the University of Utah and is currently enrolled in a graduate program. She is actively engaged in the asphalt field industry, particularly in a project in collaboration with the Utah Department of Transportation. Beatriz is highly motivated and passionate about contributing to the innovation and sustainability of the industry. Tyler Burke works for NU Rock Asphalt Coatings, where his father has working for their sister company for the past 25 years. Tyler currently attends BYU as a pre-business major and is a member of the football team. Zach Nordquist works for Geneva Rock Products as a lab technician in the QA/QC department. Zach has been attending school for the last three years and is ready to start the engineering program at Utah Valley University. After school, Zach plans on getting a job in civil engineering. Braxton Dickson works as a supervising test engineer at Peak Asphalt Supply Inc. in the quality control laboratory in Salt Lake City. Along with working, Braxton is pursuing his bachelor’s degree in construction management/project management from Weber State University. Braxton loves what he does and is excited to drive on new asphalt roads knowing he had some part in it. Lauren Buer was first exposed to asphalt in the summer of 2022 while working with the Iowa Department of Transportation. She worked for Geneva Rock Products and was involved in the Provo Airport. Lauren is attending BYU and will graduate in the spring of 2025. Kaleb Peterson is working full-time as a project manager for Thorn Milling and Construction as well as a full-time student working on a degree in business analysis for the construction industry. Kaleb looks forward to giving back to the asphalt construction industry when he graduates. Annie Muirbrook is employed at Morgan Pavement and works in the asphalt industry. She has learned the importance of pavement and construction and overall the importance of hard work and dedication. Caleb Callister has spent the last five years working on the asphalt maintenance side with his dad, Josh Callister, and is currently going to school at Salt Lake Community College. Caleb is excited to apply all the things his dad has taught him over the years and plans to start his own asphalt maintenance company this summer. “Billy” Bilguun Tumenbaatar is a student at Southern Utah University majoring in civil engineering. He has always had a passion for building things while growing up. Billy loves solving problems and finding ways to make the infrastructure of the world better and safer, and wants to be the best engineer! 34
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