MSC and New Mexico

Though we operate all over the western half of the United States, we find ourselves pulled to certain states that hold special places in our hearts. One in particular is our neighboring state from our main office, New Mexico. The Land of Enchantment is a hotspot for new railroad construction projects, as well as maintenance and repair projects from existing spur lines. Outside of that, New Mexico also hosts a large amount of our community as their life-long home, and for many others, their birthplace. Due to this, we wanted to give a special shout out to this wonderful state, and a little about our involvement in it.

First Impressions

Before Mountain States Contracting, Inc. became the leading railroad contractor across Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and more, the company was struggling to maintain personnel, equipment, and business. The small railroad contracting company was based out of Arizona, and felt difficulty trying to expand outside of this. In the late 1980s, brother Vern and Blake Van De Loo requested that MSCRR assist them with a project close-by in Ft. Wingate, NM. This was the first time our current owners met the company, and the bond that was created between the group brought a motivational boost to Mountain States Contracting, Inc.’s longevity. The brothers decided that after the project was complete, they would move permanently to Arizona to manage and promote the railroad contractor.

New Mexico gave us our start as a railroad construction and track repair company, and since then we have made connections throughout the state that has propelled us forward. In this series, we will continue to speak about New Mexico. From stories on job sites, to community stories, we will continue this highlight next month!

Thank you for joining, and keep posted for us soon!