Mt. Storm Wind Farm – May 2024 – Mt. Storm, West Virginia
This was a large-scale geotechnical drilling project in support of a proposed wind farm development along an eastern ridge of the Allegheny Mountains near Mount Storm, West Virginia. The project involved the replacement and installation of wind turbines as part of a renewable energy infrastructure initiative led by Barr Engineering.
Selected for our technical expertise and proven success in mountainous terrain, we conducted over 100 borings across remote mountaintop sites, some located up to a mile from the nearest access road. Subsurface conditions were complex and varied, consisting of shale, sandstone, limestone, and conglomerate, with borehole depths ranging from 35 to 190 feet. The presence of deep mine spoils introduced additional drilling challenges that were successfully managed by our experienced team.
Limited access to water further complicated logistics, requiring coordinated hauling operations from off-site sources. The project was executed by our Winchester, Virginia office, drawing on resources from both the Geotechnical and Sonic Drilling divisions.
Through careful planning, collaboration, and adaptability in the field, the project was completed on schedule and within budget. The successful execution of this project reflects our ability to deliver efficient, high-quality geotechnical services in remote and geologically complex environments.
Selected for our technical expertise and proven success in mountainous terrain, we conducted over 100 borings across remote mountaintop sites, some located up to a mile from the nearest access road. Subsurface conditions were complex and varied, consisting of shale, sandstone, limestone, and conglomerate, with borehole depths ranging from 35 to 190 feet. The presence of deep mine spoils introduced additional drilling challenges that were successfully managed by our experienced team.
Limited access to water further complicated logistics, requiring coordinated hauling operations from off-site sources. The project was executed by our Winchester, Virginia office, drawing on resources from both the Geotechnical and Sonic Drilling divisions.
Through careful planning, collaboration, and adaptability in the field, the project was completed on schedule and within budget. The successful execution of this project reflects our ability to deliver efficient, high-quality geotechnical services in remote and geologically complex environments.
