Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Excavation & Dredging Services in Indiana
Founded in 2004, McCullough Excavating has built a reputation for integrity, passion, and excellence in excavation and dredging services. Starting with residential spec houses and limited equipment, we expanded our capabilities through strategic investments in machinery and skilled personnel. Since 2008, our focus on commercial projects has led to partnerships with organizations like IMPA and Brandt Construction, serving over 600 clients across the Midwest. Our fleet includes 4 barges, 11 dump trucks, and specialized equipment for dredging, site development, and septic system installations. Certified in multiple septic technologies, we prioritize shoreline stabilization, sediment removal, and sustainable land development.With decades of combined experience, our team delivers efficient, high-quality solutions for public works, solar parks, and infrastructure projects. We maintain transparency in operations, offering material sales and transportation services to support client needs. Our commitment to maintenance programs and permitting expertise ensures long-term value for lakes and construction sites. As a locally owned business, we combine Midwestern work ethic with technical innovation to meet evolving industry demands.
Services
Dredging
Solar Park Excavation
Site Development
Commercial Septic Systems
KM Transport
Material Sales
Land Clearing
Storm Drainage
Driveway Installation
Demolition
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in excavation and dredging projects.
- Our fleet includes 4 barges, 11 dump trucks, and specialized excavation equipment.
- Certified in multiple septic system technologies for commercial installations.
- We serve clients across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Kentucky.
- Offering full-service material sales and transportation solutions for projects.
Associations and certifications
- IOWPA
- Presby
- ATL
- Sand Bed
- Chambers
- Aerator
Services
Dredging
Our mechanical dredging services extend across the Midwest, specializing in sediment removal and shoreline stabilization for lakes and ponds. Using 5 barges and long-reach excavators, we handle projects on lakes 10+ acres in size, including Heritage Lake and Morse Reservoir. Our one-step permitting process aligns with Army Corps of Engineers requirements, and we recommend maintenance programs to extend waterbody lifespans.
Solar Park Excavation
We prepare land for solar energy projects across Indiana, offering tree clearing, road installation, mass excavation, and storm drainage solutions. Partnering with IMPA and Brandt Construction since 2015, our equipment handles grading and seeding for large-scale solar farms. Our team ensures proper site grading and erosion control for long-term project stability.
Commercial Septic Systems
We install certified commercial septic systems for schools, churches, parks, and gas stations, including duplex, triplex, and deep wet well configurations. Holding IOWPA, Presby, ATL, Sand Bed, Chambers, and Aerator certifications, our team designs systems for rural properties without centralized sewer access. Projects include North Vermilion Elementary and Lester Sommer Elementary septic installations.
KM Transport
Our transportation division operates 11 dump trucks and 2 lowboys for aggregate delivery and equipment hauling. Capable of moving 80,000-pound loads, we transport stone, dirt, sand, and gravel to job sites. Specialized trailers handle barges and construction equipment, supporting both our projects and external client needs across the Midwest.
Site Development
We transitioned from residential to commercial site development, handling water, sanitary, and storm utility installations for public works projects. Our work includes Boone County REMC and Heritage Lake spillway demolition. With mass excavation capabilities and utility installation expertise, we prepare land for commercial buildings and infrastructure improvements.
People
Shannon McCullough
Founder
Shannon McCullough founded the company in 2004, starting with residential construction before expanding into excavation. He oversees operations and maintains the company's commitment to integrity and quality workmanship.
Questions
What services does McCullough Excavating offer?
We specialize in dredging, excavation, site development, commercial septic systems, transportation, and material sales for residential and commercial projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Kentucky, with primary service locations near major lakes and construction sites.
Are your septic system installations certified?
Yes, we are certified in IOWPA, Presby, ATL, Sand Bed, Chambers, and Aerator septic technologies for commercial applications.
Do you handle large-scale dredging projects?
Yes, we have 5 barges and long-reach excavators for sediment removal and shoreline stabilization on lakes 10+ acres in size.
Can you assist with solar park development?
We provide full-site preparation for solar parks, including land clearing, road installation, and storm drainage systems across Indiana.
