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Right-of-Way Vegetation Management
Since 2003, Smith Excavating (SMEX) has partnered with infrastructure owners across the Southeast, including private/public utilities, transportation departments, and municipalities, to deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient Right-of-Way (ROW) vegetation management solutions.
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Keeping ROWs Clear, Compliant, and Sustainable
Our team combines decades of experience maintaining critical corridors that protect assets, support safety, and enhance reliability. By combining field expertise with cutting-edge technology and GIS-based tracking, we provide clients with clear, accurate records that improve decision-making, ensure compliance, and streamline long-term maintenance planning.
Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) Approach
We implement a comprehensive (IVM) program designed to create open, low-maintenance ROW corridors. Our approach blends:
- Mechanical control for efficient clearing
- Targeted herbicide applications to minimize environmental impact
- Native plant promotion to encourage long-term low-growth stability
This balance ensures not only a clear ROW, but also a healthy, sustainable ecosystem that reduces future maintenance costs and improves visibility in asset integrity.
What sets us apart is our commitment to combining exceptional field execution with innovative tracking and reporting tools. Using advanced GIS services, we document vegetation maintenance activities in real-time, giving clients transparency, regulatory compliance assurance, and a detailed record for asset management.
Mowing
Patrolling
Select Herbicide Applications
Leak Surveys
Erosion/Washout Repair
Reclamation
Side Trimming
Remediation
Streambank Repair/Restoration
Emergency Response
Stormwater Control Measures
Temporary and Permanent Stabilization
We go the extra mile
Why Choose SMEX?
At SMEX, we view ROW management as more than just maintenance – it’s an investment in the safety, reliability, and longevity of critical infrastructure. By leveraging the latest tools, proven methods, and a proactive approach, we help clients protect their assets, their communities, and the environment.
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Work With SMEX
Effective right-of-way vegetation management is about consistency, awareness, and execution. At SMEX, we bring proven experience to every mile we maintain.