Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Bridge Construction & Heavy Civil Contractors in Michigan
Founded in 1986 by Don Anderson and Gerrit Terlaan, Anlaan Corporation has grown from a regional bridge contractor into a multi-million-dollar heavy civil construction leader serving Michigan and Indiana. Our expertise spans new bridge construction, rehabilitation, piling, earth retention systems, and specialized bascule bridge projects. With over 1,200 bridges built and a team of 200 experienced professionals, we combine decades of technical knowledge with cutting-edge equipment to deliver infrastructure solutions that stand the test of time. Our commitment to safety, quality, and integrity has earned us MDOT prequalification status and long-term partnerships with transportation agencies.We approach every project with the same core values established at our founding: prioritizing client needs, maintaining transparent communication, and taking pride in improving critical infrastructure that impacts communities statewide. This philosophy has enabled us to successfully transition ownership to the next generation of leaders while maintaining our reputation for excellence in complex construction challenges.
Services
New Bridge Construction
Bridge Rehabilitation
Foundation Piling
Sheeting/Earth Retention
Bascule Bridges
Design Build
Accelerated Bridge Construction
Demolition Services
Crane Rental
Specialty Equipment Rental
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized bridge construction experience since 1986
- MDOT-prequalified contractor with proven infrastructure expertise
- Completed 1,200+ bridge projects across Michigan and Indiana
- Specialized in complex bascule bridge rehabilitation and accelerated construction
- 200+ skilled professionals with advanced piling and earth retention capabilities
Associations and certifications
- MDOT-Prequalified
Services
New Bridge Construction
Our specialized teams execute complex new bridge projects using accelerated construction methods and design-build expertise. We handle structural steel erection, timber structures, and movable bridge components while maintaining strict quality control. Clients benefit from our 35+ years of experience delivering durable infrastructure solutions that meet modern transportation demands.
Bridge Rehabilitation
We provide comprehensive rehabilitation for aging infrastructure including steel retrofitting, concrete patching, and emergency repairs. Our approach combines technical expertise with minimal community disruption, ensuring critical transportation links remain operational during upgrades. Specialized capabilities include bascule bridge machinery upgrades and long-term durability enhancements.
Foundation Piling
With dedicated equipment fleets and experienced crews, we install foundation piling systems for bridges, dams, and waterfront structures. Our precision-driven approach maintains strict tolerances while working near existing infrastructure, ensuring stable foundations that withstand environmental stresses and heavy usage requirements.
Sheeting/Earth Retention
We design and install complex sheeting systems for excavation support and earth retention. Our solutions enable safe access to challenging work areas while protecting adjacent structures from vibration damage. This expertise supports major infrastructure projects requiring deep foundation work or waterway construction.
Bascule Bridges
As Michigan's leading bascule bridge specialist, we deliver precision rehabilitation for movable bridge structures. Our work includes mechanical system upgrades, structural steel retrofitting, and operational improvements that extend service life while maintaining critical transportation functionality across waterways.
People
Don Anderson
Co-Founder
Co-founded Anlaan Corporation in 1986 with Gerrit Terlaan, establishing its reputation for quality bridge construction through decades of hands-on industry experience and client-focused project management.
Gerrit Terlaan
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 30+ years of heavy civil construction experience, instrumental in developing Anlaan Corporation's technical expertise in complex bridge projects and establishing its MDOT prequalification status.
Ryan
Owner
Current owner and former employee who transitioned into leadership in 2007, continuing Anlaan Corporation's founding values while expanding capabilities in design-build methodologies and accelerated construction techniques.
Nick
Estimator
Senior estimator specializing in transportation infrastructure bids, with expertise in cost analysis for complex bridge projects including Martin Luther King Jr. Street reconstruction and other MDOT contracts.
Derrick
Estimator
Experienced estimator managing Calhoun County infrastructure bids, focusing on pavement warranties, bridge rehabilitation specifications, and compliance with state transportation requirements.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Michigan and Indiana, with extensive experience in both states' transportation infrastructure projects.
What bridge types do you specialize in?
We specialize in new bridge construction, rehabilitation projects, and complex bascule/movable bridge systems.
Are you MDOT-certified?
Yes, we're a prequalified contractor with the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Do you handle emergency repairs?
Yes, our teams respond to critical infrastructure emergencies including bridge failures and flood damage.
What equipment do you rent?
We offer crane rentals, bridge inspection equipment, and mobile concrete mixers for specialty projects.
How long have you been in business?
We've been building Michigan infrastructure since our founding in 1986.
