Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Heavy Civil Contractor in Rapid City, SD
Western Construction is a family-owned heavy civil contracting company rooted in four generations of construction expertise since 1916. Our legacy began with M.E. Lien and Sons and evolved through successive family-led enterprises, culminating in our current specialization in aggregate production, asphalt paving, and large-scale infrastructure projects. We serve federal, state, and local governments alongside private clients across the Midwest, leveraging modern equipment and a skilled workforce to exceed expectations. Our commitment to quality is matched by our dedication to safety and customer service, ensuring every project meets exacting standards. With a foundation built on family values and work ethic, we provide gravel crushing, land reclamation, and asphalt solutions for projects of all sizes.Our teams expertise in aggregate supply and heavy construction ensures reliable delivery of materials like sand, gravel, and recycled concrete. Headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota, we combine century-old traditions with innovative practices to deliver durable, cost-effective construction solutions. Our asphalt paving division serves residential and commercial clients, offering crack sealing and seal coating services alongside new installations. From small driveway projects to major highway reconstruction, we prioritize client satisfaction through precision and professionalism. This enduring focus on relationships and quality has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the construction industry.
Services
Aggregate Production
Asphalt Paving
Trucking Services
Land Reclamation
Gravel Crushing
Drainage Solutions
Road Construction
Material Supply
Parking Lot Paving
Erosion Control
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of family-led experience in heavy construction and aggregate supply
- Our team specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects with precision materials handling
- We maintain a dedicated asphalt paving division with comprehensive maintenance services
- Our in-house trucking fleet ensures reliable material delivery across the Midwest region
- We combine traditional work ethic with modern equipment for superior project outcomes
Services
Aggregate Production
We produce construction aggregates including sand, gravel, crushed stone, and recycled concrete for infrastructure projects. Our materials support foundations, roadways, and drainage systems with high hydraulic conductivity. Serving commercial and government clients across the Midwest with reliable material delivery.
Asphalt Paving
Our asphalt paving services handle residential driveways to commercial parking lots with crack sealing and seal coating. We combine aggregate expertise with paving precision for durable surfaces. Projects range from small repairs to large-scale highway reconstruction in western South Dakota.
Trucking Services
Element Trucking division handles material transportation with side dumps, belly dumps, and end dumps. We transport rock, sand, and gravel from 15-60 ton capacity vehicles. Services include loading, weighing, and stockpiling for construction projects across the plains region.
Land Reclamation
We specialize in environmental restoration including topsoil replacement and materials disposal. Our work preserves natural landscapes while meeting regulatory requirements. Projects include mine reclamation and disturbed land rehabilitation using sustainable practices.
Gravel Crushing
Our gravel crushing operations produce engineered fill and base course materials. We process aggregates at locations including Rapid City Regional Airport pit. Services support highway projects and provide retail gravel for public sale year-round.
Questions
What construction services does Western Construction offer?
We provide aggregate production, asphalt paving, land reclamation, gravel crushing, and specialized trucking services for both public and private sector clients.
How long has Western Construction been in business?
Western Construction, Inc. was founded in 2008, continuing four generations of family construction expertise dating back to 1916.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Black Hills region of South Dakota and surrounding Midwest areas with material delivery and construction services.
Do you handle both large and small projects?
Yes, we complete projects ranging from major highway reconstruction to residential driveway paving with equal attention to quality and detail.
What makes your company different from competitors?
Our century-old family tradition combines with modern equipment and a safety-focused workforce to deliver reliable, high-quality construction solutions.
Can you supply construction materials for my project?
We produce and deliver sand, gravel, crushed stone, and recycled concrete materials for various construction applications across the Midwest region.
