Asphalt Paving in Midwest, WY

Asphalt paving in Midwest means working in oil country. Midwest sits in the Salt Creek oil field north of Casper, where Philip Shannon drilled the first oil well in 1889 and the Dutch No. 1 well came in as a gusher in 1908. By 1970, Salt Creek had produced more oil than any other field in the Rocky Mountain region. The town sits at about 4,849 feet and had 285 residents in 2020.

Weather extremes

Midwest averages about 12.4 inches of precipitation and 45.9 inches of snow a year. Its record high is 106 degrees, set in 1973 and 1979, and its record low is minus 42, set December 22, 2022. Pavement here has to handle both ends. A thick base, good drainage, fall crack filling and seal coat are the keys.

Yards and heavy trucks

Oilfield service yards and access drives carry heavy trucks. They need a thick base and asphalt section, especially at entrances and turning areas. We size each area to its use.

Older homes

Many homes in Midwest date from the town's oil-company era. Their driveways may be gravel, or asphalt that has been patched for decades. We convert, replace or repair depending on the condition.

Shared services with Edgerton

Midwest shares a school and water system with Edgerton, two miles east. We often schedule jobs in both towns together to keep hauling efficient.

Permits

The Town of Midwest controls its own streets, so curb or street work starts with a call to the town. For state highways, the state controls access.

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