Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Bridge Construction & Heavy Highway Contractors
Cramer & Associates, Inc. has been a leader in heavy highway construction for over 70 years, specializing in bridge construction, rehabilitation, and land development across the Midwest. Founded in 1978 as a family and employee-owned business, we have grown to employ over 150 people and generate annual revenue exceeding $100 million. Our expertise spans new bridge construction, steel girder and concrete beam bridges, arch bridges, redecking, joint replacements, and concrete repair. We pioneered the Iowa Method for high-density, low-slump bridge deck overlays and have completed landmark projects such as the MacVicar Freeway replacement and the Cedar Rapids 5-in-1 river bridge system.Our commitment to safety, integrity, and innovation has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in infrastructure development. Cramer Land Development, our division focused on residential and commercial projects, delivers diverse housing solutions tailored to community needs. With operations in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, and South Dakota, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge techniques to deliver high-quality, durable infrastructure. Our leadership team, including industry veterans like Dan Cramer and Mark Leusink, continues to drive our mission of excellence in every project we undertake.
Services
New Bridge Construction
Bridge Rehabilitation
Cofferdams
Shoring
Pump Stations
Flood Walls
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of specialized experience in bridge construction and rehabilitation.
- Our family and employee-owned structure ensures accountability and long-term commitment.
- We pioneered the Iowa Method for high-density bridge deck overlays.
- Our team has completed over 77 bridge projects in the 2000s alone.
- We offer integrated land development solutions tailored to community needs.
Services
New Bridge Construction
Specializing in steel girder and concrete beam bridges, we lead Midwest construction of arch bridges. Our expertise includes post-tensioned concrete beams and complex structural systems for durable, high-capacity infrastructure projects.
Bridge Rehabilitation
We perform redecking, joint replacements, concrete repair, and beam restoration. Our team maintains structural integrity through advanced techniques like the Iowa Method overlay process developed in partnership with DOT agencies.
Cofferdams
Our cofferdam solutions enable safe underwater construction through temporary watertight enclosures. This critical service supports bridge piers, pump stations, and other infrastructure requiring dry working environments near waterways.
Land Development
Cramer Land Development creates mixed-use communities like Southbridge in Adel and Stonebridge in Altoona. We focus on affordable housing options, commercial spaces, and infrastructure that meets evolving urban needs across Iowa.
Flood Walls
We design and construct flood protection systems including walls, gates, and pump stations. Our solutions safeguard urban areas from water damage, as demonstrated in post-1993 flood mitigation projects across Des Moines.
Questions
What types of bridge projects does Cramer and Associates handle?
We specialize in new bridge construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance including steel girder bridges, concrete beam structures, and arch bridges across the Midwest.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, and South Dakota, with headquarters in Grimes, Iowa.
What is the Iowa Method?
The Iowa Method is our proprietary high-density, low-slump bridge deck overlay technique developed in partnership with the Iowa DOT for durable, long-lasting repairs.
Do you offer land development services?
Yes, through Cramer Land Development, we create residential and commercial communities like Southbridge in Adel and Stonebridge in Altoona.
How long has the company been in business?
Founded in 1978, our expertise traces back to 1950 through predecessor companies, giving us over 70 years of combined industry experience.
