You Need Roads That Last. We Help You Build Them.
When your community depends on safe, smooth, and durable roads, every decision matters. From planning to paving, your role ensures that families, businesses, and first responders can travel safely every day. At Delta Contracting, we’re here to help you deliver that promise.
As a family-owned heavy highway contractor based in Jackson, TN, we partner with state, county, and municipal agencies to build and rehabilitate the roads that keep West Tennessee moving.
With self-performing crews and full-service capabilities, we manage every aspect of your project in-house, from grading and paving to complete site development. This hands-on approach—combined with decades of DOT experience—helps you deliver safe, durable infrastructure that supports your community’s growth and Tennessee’s transportation systems for generations to come.
What Is Heavy Highway Construction?
Heavy highway construction involves the design, preparation, and construction of public roadways, including highways, interstates, and arterial roads.
As experienced public road construction contractors, our work includes:
- Grading and earthwork to prepare the roadbed
- Asphalt paving to create durable, smooth driving surfaces
- Drainage and erosion control to protect the roadway
- Traffic control and staging to manage construction
Why Choose Delta Contracting for Heavy Highway Projects?
DOT-Qualified Expertise
Our team understands the demands of federally funded and state-managed infrastructure projects. We’re fully aligned with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) standards, from compliance and quality control to coordination execution through final inspection.
Self-Performing Crews
Delta handles the grading, paving, and site work in-house. Our crews know our standards, work like a team, and stay in control of the schedule, quality, and outcome.
Focus on Safety
Our team is dedicated to maintaining one of the best safety records in the region, reinforced by daily training, planning, and certified procedures that protect our people, the public, and every project we work on.
Public-Sector Standards
We understand the unique requirements of government contracting, from documentation and bid compliance to environmental stewardship and reporting.
Regionally Based, Regionally Trusted
We know the difference between building highways in West Tennessee and anywhere else. We build for the soil, slope, drainage, and traffic volumes unique to this part of the state and region—and we’ve done it time and again.
Industry Certified and Connected
Delta Contracting is a proud member of the Tennessee Road Builders Association. We follow industry standards and best practices for heavy highway construction.
Our Heavy Highway Construction Services
Grading and Earthwork for Highways
We provide precision grading and earthmoving services to create a stable foundation for new highways and rehabilitated roadways.
Highway Asphalt Paving
Our paving crews deliver smooth, durable asphalt surfaces built to withstand the demands of high-volume traffic and changing weather conditions.
Drainage and Erosion Control
Our engineers and crews install stormwater drainage systems, culverts, and erosion control measures to protect the roadway structure.
Site Preparation and Utility Coordination
We manage full site preparation, including utility coordination and conflict mitigation, to keep construction safe, efficient, and on schedule.
Traffic Control & Staging
Delta Contracting provides expert traffic control, keeping construction crews and travelers safe during highway projects.
Example Projects / Case Studies
TDOT CNR272 – Madison County
Valued at over $60 million, this project focused on upgrading a key stretch of U.S. Highway 45 Bypass (State Route 186), beginning at the I-40 access ramps and continuing to Old Hickory Boulevard within Jackson, TN. The scope of work included major site grading, drainage, and the construction of structural retaining walls and new pavement installation throughout the corridor.
TDOT Project CNW378 – Henderson County
The resurfacing project was part of TDOT’s ongoing efforts to maintain key transportation corridors. It focused on a 7.6-mile section of Interstate 40, extending from just west of State Route 22, around Log Mile 12.71, to the bridge crossing Morris Creek.
TDOT CNX007 – Roadway Resurfacing in Hickman and Humphreys Counties
Segment 1: Interstate 40 – Duck River Vicinity
This portion of the project focused on upgrading I-40, beginning at the Humphreys County boundary (L.M. 0.00) and continuing slightly past the Duck River Bridge (L.M. 1.21). The scope of work included resurfacing the mainline and structural improvements such as bridge deck refinishing and expansion joint maintenance.
Segment 2: Interstate 40 – From Benton County to Hickman County
This resurfacing project covered a continuous stretch of I-40, beginning at the Benton County boundary (L.M. 0.00) and extending to the Hickman County border (L.M. 13.35).
Our Safety Commitment
Safety is top of mind for us. Our crews undergo regular training, follow OSHA and DOT safety protocols, and maintain one of the best safety records in West Tennessee highway construction.
We are committed to protecting our employees, project partners, and the traveling public.
Service Area
Delta Contracting provides heavy highway construction services throughout:
- Jackson, TN
- Humboldt, TN
- Paris, TN
- Parsons, TN
- Savannah, TN
- And surrounding municipalities and counties
Partner with Delta Contracting on Your Next Highway Project
Looking for a qualified, experienced highway construction contractor in West Tennessee? Contact Delta Contracting today to discuss your project. We’ll help you keep your project on schedule, on budget, and up to DOT standards.
Request a BidFAQs
What is heavy highway construction?
Heavy highway construction is the building and rehabilitation of public roadways, including highways, interstates, and major arterial roads, using DOT-grade techniques and materials.
What types of clients does Delta Contracting serve?
We primarily serve state, county, and city transportation agencies and public-sector clients.
Is Delta Contracting qualified to work on DOT projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience working with the Tennessee DOT, as well as county and city governments throughout West Tennessee.
Do you handle traffic control during highway construction?
Yes, Delta Contracting handles full traffic control planning and execution to ensure public safety during highway construction.
What areas do you operate in?
We serve clients throughout West Tennessee, from Jackson to Dyersburg and beyond.
