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Ford Ridge Wind

Client: Barton Malow

Location: Ford County, Illinois

Duration: 2021-2022

Service Provided: MTC performed density testing and proof-rolling for cement-stabilized access roads, along with DCP testing to confirm proper curing. Foundation support included subgrade, backfill, and concrete testing, even in areas requiring rock excavation. Final aggregate base layers were tested every 200 feet to meet strict quality standards.

Project Description: The Ford Ridge (now Ford County) Wind Farm, located near Sibley in Ford County, Illinois, is a 121 MW renewable energy facility consisting of 43 GE 2.82‑127 wind turbines. The project began commercial operations in early 2022 and produces around 492 GWh annually—enough to power approximately 60,000 homes. This clean energy installation also includes cement‑stabilized access roads and crane pads to support construction and ongoing operations wcia.com +6 gem.wiki +6 nepis.epa.gov +6 .