What began with just a few full-time staff members has expanded significantly, with several dozen direct employees now working on-site, alongside a team of engaged local contractors. This expansion opened up numerous opportunities within the community, creating jobs and fostering a sense of progress in the region.
Dalon Titsworth, the owner of Outlaw Land Clearing and Fencing, shares how his company’s role has evolved from initially providing fencing services to engaging in more complex tasks like wet construction and stream restoration. The project has enabled Dalon and his business partner to expand their expertise, providing them with invaluable experience and opening doors to new opportunities in the land and excavation industry.
Blake Lon, a local hire from Lamar County, describes his role leading the stream construction crew, operating excavators and heavy machinery to reshape the land and build streams. The crew's work has been essential in one of the largest mitigation projects in the United States, offering the team exposure to new techniques and the chance to learn specialized skills.
As the project progresses, it’s not just about the land; it's about the people and the skills they’ve developed. The impact of the Bois d’Arc project is clear: it’s creating a lasting legacy for the workers involved, who will carry the knowledge and pride of their work for years to come.
