In late 2003, the Louisiana DOTD awarded James Construction Group the contract to expand U.S. 167 from a two-lane to a four-lane divided highway incorporating grading, drainage structures, Class II base course, asphaltic concrete pavement, and two 10-span flat-slab bridges. Construction began in March 2004.

Project Scope:

·    Placement of 409,095 cm of embankment

·    201,879 cm of excavation

·    50,811 cm of muck excavation

·    136,192 cm of Class II base course

·    112,550 m2 of subgrade layer (cement treated)

·    35,046 mg of asphaltic concrete

·    1,844 meters of 16″ precast concrete piles

·    Various cross-drain and side-drain pipes

Project Value:  $13,596,000