Pats Peak Ski Area
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
At Pats Peak Ski Area in Henniker, NH, Fall Line Construction provided specialized excavation and grading services to support new trail development and lift infrastructure expansion. The project involved precise earthwork on steep mountain terrain to establish stable foundations, employing advanced equipment such as the Komatsu PC240LC-11 excavator, John Deere 850K dozer, and John Deere 748H grapple skidder. Our team maintained strict safety standards and coordinated complex equipment scheduling to efficiently complete the work on time, minimizing disruption to ski area operations.
This project underscores Fall Line Construction’s expertise in mountain excavation, slope stabilization, and ski lift foundation installation. Our collaborative approach with Pats Peak allowed the resort to progress confidently with its growth plans, enhancing skier access and supporting the area’s continued development as a premier New England ski destination.
Equipment Used
- John Deere 748H Grapple Skidder with chains – pipe handling and material transport
- Hitachi ZX350 Excavator – heavy excavation, trenching, and rock removal
- John Deere 245G LC Excavator – steep-slope excavation and utility trenching
- John Deere 210G Excavator – fine grading and trench work
- CAT 730C Articulated Dump Truck – hauling blasted rock and spoil
- Rock drilling and blasting rigs – ledge removal for trenching
- HDPE pipe fusion and welding equipment – joining snowmaking pipe runs
Services Provided
- Ski resort excavation and slope grading
- Ski lift and trail construction support
- Trenching and HDPE snowmaking pipe installation
- Rock drilling, blasting, and removal
- Backfill, compaction, and slope stabilization
- Site restoration and erosion control
