Innovative Project

The Iowa Hwy 3, Accelerated Work Concrete Overlay project aimed to demonstrate that a concrete overlay with an accelerated construction schedule could be completed in less time than a traditional schedule, while still maintaining the quality of the project and increasing safety.
Effective project management, scheduling, and communication were key to the success of the Iowa Hwy 3, Accelerated Concrete Overlay project. The project brought together multiple suppliers and subcontractors, each with their own specific responsibilities and timelines. The project schedule was tightly managed to ensure that all work was completed within the 25 calendar days. On average, 5,580 tons of material were used daily, which required close coordination between the suppliers, subcontractors, and Croell, Inc. leadership. Grading, paving, and final shouldering were all performed in a 2 to 3-mile stretch of the project, which required collaboration between the different teams to ensure that the work was completed on time. The project management team also had to be proactive in communicating with the community, local businesses and other stakeholders to inform them of the construction schedule and any disruptions to traffic flow. They also had to keep an open line of communication with the contractors and suppliers to ensure that the project was completed on time and within budget.
Overall, the Iowa Hwy 3, Accelerated Concrete Overlay project was a success, demonstrating that accelerated construction methods for concrete overlays can be completed quickly, efficiently and with minimal disruption to the community. This project serves as a model for other infrastructure upgrades that prioritize safety and community impact while delivering high quality results.