“The asphalt pavement industry is committed to building high-quality projects that deliver superior performance to the traveling public. All contractors’ projects earning a Quality in Construction award are measured against best practices designed to live up to that commitment,” said 2023 National Asphalt Pavement Association Chair Christian Zimmermann. “Earning the Quality in Construction Award demonstrates that Phend & Brown has met or exceeded these rigorous standards.”

Phend & Brown won the award for its work on U.S. 30 in Kosciusko County. The project consisted of 16 miles of asphalt milling and resurfacing with 4 inches of asphalt. It also included pipe replacement, drainage and intersection improvements, patching and bridge deck replacement. Challenges included working at night and coordinating lane closures and traffic control. The company incorporated reclaimed asphalt pavement into the project mixes, a sustainable paving practice that conserves virgin materials and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.