Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Heavy Civil Construction Services in Fort Smith, AR
Founded in 1936, Forsgren has established itself as a leader in heavy civil and highway construction. Our fourth-generation family-owned business specializes in earthwork, utility construction, concrete construction, and asphalt paving, delivering complex projects with precision and reliability. With decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to meet evolving industry standards. Our commitment to quality and cost-effectiveness ensures clients receive exceptional value across commercial, residential, and municipal projects. We take pride in maintaining Fort Smith's infrastructure, including historic sidewalks installed by our founder.Through strategic expansion, we now serve Arkansas, Eastern Oklahoma, and Southern Missouri, offering comprehensive solutions from site preparation to final paving. Our team's expertise in directional boring, pipe bursting, and recycled materials reflects our dedication to innovation and sustainability. Recognized for excellence through numerous industry awards, we continue to uphold the legacy of Olaf Victor Forsgren, whose vision shaped our company's enduring principles of integrity and community service.
Services
Asphalt Paving
Concrete Construction
Utility Installation
Directional Boring
Pipe Bursting
Cold Milling
Site Preparation
Crushing Services
Drainage Solutions
Underground Locating
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We offer 88 years of experience in heavy civil construction
- Our fourth-generation family ownership ensures personalized service
- We self-perform critical tasks like directional boring and pipe bursting
- We maintain state-of-the-art hydro-excavation equipment
- We recycle 100 tons/hour of concrete and asphalt materials
Services
Asphalt Paving
Our asphalt paving services cover projects from small parking lots to major roadways. With decades of experience, we ensure durable surfaces using modern techniques. We serve Arkansas, Eastern Oklahoma, and Southern Missouri.
Concrete Work
We provide comprehensive concrete solutions including sidewalks, driveways, and drainage structures. Our expertise spans from simple installations to complex retaining walls. Projects benefit from our century-long experience in concrete construction.
Directional Boring
Our directional boring services minimize surface disruption for utility installations. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we handle projects from small encasements to large-diameter steel pipe installations under highways and railroads.
Pipe Bursting
We offer pipe bursting solutions for water, sewer, and storm lines. Our capabilities include pneumatic and static bursting with HDPE or PVC pipe replacement. We handle projects from small service lines to large-diameter pipelines.
Utility Locating
Our soft dig utility locating services use hydro-excavation equipment to safely identify underground lines. This service prevents damage during construction projects and ensures accurate planning for municipal and private developments.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide asphalt paving, concrete work, directional boring, pipe bursting, utility installation, and site preparation services across Arkansas, Eastern Oklahoma, and Southern Missouri.
How long have you been in business?
Forsgren has operated continuously since 1936, making us one of the region's most experienced construction contractors with four generations of family ownership.
Do you handle both public and private projects?
Yes, we serve commercial developers, residential builders, and municipal entities for infrastructure projects of all sizes.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include Arkansas, Eastern Oklahoma, and Southern Missouri, with equipment and resources to handle projects across this region.
Can you handle emergency construction repairs?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent projects and maintain equipment to address critical infrastructure needs during regular business hours.
