Clark's work helps keep the construction straight across the shifting sands. Construction on the new North Road began nearly five months ago. Scott Kearney, 4404th Wing project management team engineer. This includes a new search area to ensure vehicles are safe to drive into Tent City and a new fuel and water drop-off point. On the job site, huge scrapers remove layers of the soft sand making way for the gravel foundation.
Surveyors work the site daily to keep the road straight and on track.
Sometimes it's tough, but I know the work we're doing is going to last. The environment is tough on everything. Despite long hours, difficult conditions and equipment problems, the project is blazing ahead. Like the rest of the teams here, they're dedicated, professionals working hard to get the job done. The project, which is about halfway done, is planned to be completed before the wing moves to the Friendly Forces Housing Complex.