In the early hours of November 11th, 2023, a critical section of Interstate 10 in downtown Los Angeles was engulfed in flames, prompting an immediate closure by the Governor's declaration of a state of emergency.
By 11 am the next day, Security Paving Company received approval to mobilize for the assessment and repair of the fire-damaged I-10. Leveraging our extensive inventory of shoring and falsework materials, we had the first loads on-site by 3 pm, using our in-house heavy haul and transport division for rapid mobilization.
Over the next six days, our dedicated team, drawn from across the state, worked tirelessly under challenging conditions. Our in-house engineering team collaborated with agencies to design a hybrid wood/steel braced shoring system capable of supporting the heavily damaged structure under full traffic load.
Working around the clock, upper-level management and field crews joined forces to clear debris, set up falsework, and ensure the project's safety. Despite the congested and hazardous environment, we completed the task without incident, prioritizing SAFETY FIRST.
Our commitment to efficiency and excellence allowed us to shrink the initial 5-week repair estimate to an astonishing 6 DAYS, meeting our goal of reopening the critical freeway before the Monday morning commute and the Thanksgiving holiday. For these remarkable efforts, Security Paving Company received recognition from Vice President Kalama Harris and Governor Newsom.
In summary, Security Paving Company installed:
432,000 lbs of beams
6,624 lf posts (414 posts)
4,500 lf of pads
105,000 lbs of corbels
15,000 lbs of build-up
2,100 lf of steel bracing
This accomplishment underscores Security Paving Company's dedication to rapid, safe, and high-quality emergency response.
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