Atlas Auger Boring Division
Trenchless underground utility installation with minimal surface impact
What is Auger Boring?
Auger boring is a trenchless method for installing steel casings, pipes, conduits, and utility lines beneath obstructions.
• Minimal surface disruption
• High accuracy and alignment control
• Cost- and time-efficiency
• Turnkey solutions
• Local + regional capability
Why Choose Atlas Group’s Auger Boring Division?
At Atlas Group, our Auger Boring Division delivers precision, reliability, and results for every project. Whether for public infrastructure or private development, we combine deep industry experience with advanced technology to get the job done right.
What sets us apart:
Extensive Expertise
Our team brings years of hands-on experience in auger boring and underground utility construction.
Advanced Equipment
We use modern, well-maintained boring machines and support equipment to ensure efficient, accurate installations.
Utility Conduit Installation
Turnkey Solutions
Local + Regional Capability
Our Auger Boring Services & Capabilities
Bore & Jack / Conventional Boring
Extensive conventional boring service
Road / Highway Crossings
Road and highway crossings with minimal disruption
Casing Installation
Casing installation and precision boring
Utility Conduit Installation
Utility conduit installation and casing boring
Rail Crossings
Rail crossings with minimal disruption
Urban / Confined Site Boring
Guidance and steering boring services
Our Expertise & Capabilities
Advanced Technology for Precision & Efficiency
Modern auger boring has come a long way advancements such as pilot-tube or guided boring methods now allow significantly longer drives and more precise alignment control using lasers and instrumentation.
At Atlas Group, we invest in the latest rigs and guidance systems to ensure bores are executed on-line and on-grade — reducing risk, minimizing spoil handling and shortening project durations.
Broad Soil & Ground Condition Capability
Our team is experienced in working across a wide variety of soil and ground conditions: from sand, silt and soft clay to mixed soils and rock formations. Industry data confirms that auger boring can be used in more demanding conditions — including hard rock and cobble-filled ground — when properly engineered.
That means fewer unforeseen cost overruns and greater reliability when navigating subsurface challenges.
Minimal Surface Impact, Lower Overall Cost
One of the strongest advantages of auger boring is its reduced disruption to surface infrastructure. Because installation occurs without large open trenches, traffic closures, extensive restoration work, and the associated costs can be dramatically lower.
At Atlas Group, we design our projects to create the smallest possible footprint — just entry and exit pits — so existing roadways, pavements, landscaping and utilities are preserved.
What We Offer
When clients partner with Atlas Group’s Auger Boring Division, they can expect a comprehensive range of professional services designed to deliver precision, efficiency, and lasting results.
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Steel Casing Installation & Bore & Jack
We install steel casings using the auger boring method, often in conjunction with jacking systems for optimal structural support.
02
Utility Conduit, Pipe & Cable Installations
03
Roadway & Highway Crossings
04
Railway Crossings
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Urban & Confined-Access Sites
When space is limited and disruption is not an option — e.g., downtown jobs, campuses, sensitive facilities — we deliver high-quality results.
Why Clients Choose Atlas Group
• Proven Track Record – Our team has successfully completed complex boring projects with demanding conditions, tight tolerances and minimal disruption.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance – We adhere to industry best practices, documentation, pit shoring, environmental safeguards and jobsite safety standards.
• Efficiency & Cost-Effectiveness – By minimizing open cuts and restoration work, we offer clients faster turnaround times and lower total project cost.
• Local & Regional Commitment – Based in West Virginia and serving the surrounding region, we understand local permitting, utility networks, soil conditions and community expectations.
• Dedicated Customer Focus – Whether you’re a municipal entity, utility company or private developer, we tailor our service to your project goals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long can an auger bore be, and what diameter casing can you install?
Typical bore lengths by modern auger boring methods can extend beyond 300 ft, and casing diameters up to 72 in (or more in some cases) are feasible. *
At Atlas Group, we evaluate each project for length, diameter, soil/rock condition and service required and recommend the optimal configuration accordingly.
What soil types and conditions can you handle?
We work in a wide range of conditions — from sand, silt, and clay to mixed soils and rock. Because the steel casing advances as the auger removes soil, the risk of subsidence is greatly reduced. *
How much disruption to surface features is involved?
Very little. Auger boring requires only small launch and receiving pits; there is no need for long open trenches. As a result, existing roadways, sidewalks, landscaping, utilities and pavements remain intact, reducing repair and restoration costs.*
We plan each job to minimize impact and complete restoration swiftly.
What is the process timeline?
1. Site & geotechnical survey → 2) Pit excavation & setup → 3) Pilot or casing installation, auger advance → 4) Casing jacked/pushed into place → 5) Utility pull-in and tie-in → 6) Site cleanup and surface restoration.
We plan each job to minimize impact and complete restoration swiftly.
How can I get started / request a quote?
Contact Atlas Group with your project details (e.g., bore length, diameter, utility type, surface conditions, access constraints) and we’ll provide a preliminary review and proposal.
Service Area & Sectors Served
We serve clients across West Virginia, surrounding states, and the wider Mid-Atlantic/East-Central region. Our auger boring services are applicable to a broad spectrum of sectors including:
• Municipal utilities and public works
• Gas, oil and pipeline infrastructure
• Electrical transmission and distribution
• Water and wastewater systems
• Roadway, bridge and rail infrastructure
• Private industrial sites, campuses and commercial developments
Commitment to Quality & Innovation
At Atlas Group, we recognize that the subsurface conditions, utility networks and regulatory environment are constantly evolving. That’s why we stay on the cutting edge of technology, training and best-practices to deliver value to our clients. Recent industry advances—such as guided-pilot tube methods and enhanced rock-cutting heads—have expanded the effective range of auger boring.
We adopt these innovations where appropriate, ensuring you receive a solution that’s efficient, reliable and cost-effective.