Centerton - Wilbur Transmission Line Foundation

JDH successfully installed eight deep drilled foundations for Hoosier Energy’s Wilbur Transmission Line project, supporting critical power infrastructure in Martinsville, Indiana. Despite challenging sandy soils, full-depth casing requirements, and elevated pier conditions, our team delivered the project safely and efficiently while supporting the client’s schedule and budget. This project highlights JDH’s turnkey vertical drilling capabilities and ability to execute complex foundation work in demanding ground conditions.

• Drilled Shaft Foundation Installation
• Wet Drilling Operations
• Full-Length Casing Installation
• Vibratory Hammer Casing Advancement
• Deep Foundation Installation (30–65 ft)
• Elevated Pier Construction
• Reinforcing Steel Placement Support
• Concrete Placement Operations
• Specialized Crane Deployment (275-Ton Lattice Boom)
• Proprietary Pier Access Platform Utilization
• Project Management
• Safety & Quality Compliance

The Centerton – Wilbur Transmission Line Foundations project required installation of eight drilled shafts ranging from 30 to 65 feet deep in sandy soil conditions that demanded wet drilling methods and full-depth casing for bore stability. Two foundations required casing installation to the full 65-foot depth. Five shafts were constructed with top-of-concrete elevations extending up to seven feet above grade, creating elevated working conditions. JDH deployed a 275-ton lattice boom crawler crane equipped with a 60,000-pound vibratory hammer to advance casing and utilized a proprietary pier access platform to provide a stable and secure elevated workspace. The combination of specialized equipment, experienced crews, and innovative jobsite solutions ensured safe execution and efficient completion of this critical energy infrastructure project.