High ground in north Kent County
Excavation Contractors in Cedar Springs, MI
A small city at about 860 feet, named for cedars and springs.
- No-cost site visit and written quote
- MISS DIG ticket placed before every dig
- Erosion control where county rules call for it
Cedars, Springs and Higher Ground
Excavation contractors in Cedar Springs work in a small city in northern Kent County. Cedar Springs was established in 1857, became a village in 1871 and a city in 1959, and took its name from the cedar trees and springs in the area. It had 3,627 residents and 1,358 housing units in 2020 on about 2 square miles of land, at an elevation of about 860 feet, higher than Grand Rapids.
Springs and wet spots
A name like Cedar Springs is a hint: groundwater comes to the surface in places. Wet spots on a lot can be springs or seeps rather than just poor grading. We look at where water appears and design drains to intercept it.
Small city, rural surroundings
Inside the city, homes are on smaller lots with city services. Just outside, properties are larger and often on well and septic. We confirm which applies before quoting.
Typical Cedar Springs jobs
- Drains for wet yards and seeps
- Service line replacement
- Garage pads and driveway bases
- Clearing for new homes outside town
Steady growth
Population rose 12.8 percent from 2000 to 2010 and 3.4 percent from 2010 to 2020, so most neighborhoods are established with some newer infill.
Higher, drier ground nearby
At about 860 feet, Cedar Springs sits well above the Grand River valley. Away from the springs, upland soils can drain reasonably well, and the main jobs are driveways, pads and service lines rather than flood-driven drainage. Indian Trails bus service to Petoskey runs through town along the main road, which we keep clear during hauling.
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.Cedar Springs Site Notes
- History. Cedar Springs was established in 1857, incorporated as a village in 1871 and a city in 1959.
- Name. The name comes from the area's cedar trees and springs.
- Size. The city had 3,627 residents and 1,358 housing units in 2020, at about 860 feet elevation.
Cedar Springs Questions
My yard is wet even in summer. Why?
It may be a spring or seep. We find the source and intercept it with a drain.
Do you work outside city limits?
Yes, in the surrounding townships too.
Can you replace my water service?
Yes, from the curb stop to the house.
Is the soil sandy or clay here?
It varies by lot. We dig a test hole at the visit if it affects the design.
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