October 9, 2023

R. J. Corman Railroad Services Showing Capabilities and Determination in Nebraska.

R. J. Corman Railroad Services has almost completed the first phase of their project for Heartwell Renewables, a joint venture between Cargill and Musket, in their renewable diesel production facility in Hastings, Nebraska. 

R. J. Corman employees successfully cleared 40 acres of vegetation and moved and placed 177,000 cubic yards of dirt. The grade work also included erosion control, placement of drainage pipes, and encasement of utility lines. Moreover, 100,000 sq. yards of geogrid and 35,000 tons of sub-ballast were placed. In the next phase of the project, the company will construct 30,000 ft. of new track and 17 turnouts, perform crossing work, and ground and bond the track.  

The first phase of the project will be finalized towards the end of October, with several R. J. Corman employees and pieces of specialized heavy machinery working throughout the project.   

Pictures taken throughout the project.