NEW RAILROAD CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN SOUTH DAKOTA

Building Durable Rail Infrastructure for South Dakota’s Industries

Mountain States Contracting specializes in new railroad construction across South Dakota, delivering robust and efficient rail systems engineered for the state’s vital agricultural and industrial sectors. Our extensive experience allows us to build durable rail infrastructure designed to perform under heavy-haul conditions and withstand South Dakota’s variable climate. From complex yard layouts for ethanol plants to industrial spurs for grain transport, we manage projects of any scale with precision, ensuring your new track provides safe, reliable, and long-term service.

We approach every new construction project with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and performance. Our team provides the essential infrastructure to connect your South Dakota operations to the broader rail network, driving efficiency and supporting economic growth.

Our New Construction Services

We offer a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for new track construction, managing every project phase from initial site development to final inspection and commissioning. Our proven processes guarantee your project is executed to the highest industry standards, on time and within budget.

Track Installation and Assembly

Our skilled crews utilize state-of-the-art equipment to construct track with superior accuracy and efficiency. We enforce strict quality control measures at every step of the installation process to ensure maximum durability and safety under the demands of heavy-tonnage operations.

• Tie and Rail Installation: Our experts install wood, concrete, or steel ties and continuous welded rail (CWR) tailored to your project’s specific operational, tonnage, and environmental requirements.
• Turnout and Crossover Construction: We provide specialized construction of switches, frogs, and other special trackwork essential for complex agricultural, industrial, and transload facility operations.
• Ballast Installation and Tamping: We ensure the precise placement and tamping of ballast to create a stable, load-bearing track structure capable of withstanding operational stresses and severe freeze-thaw cycles.
• Final Surfacing and Track Geometry: Our process concludes with precise surfacing and alignment to ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient operational track upon project completion. Walkways and work areas dressed for safe footing, drainage, and train crew efficiency.