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Traffic safety systems, intelligent transportation infrastructure, and guardrail solutions — engineered for the demands of modern America.
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Over a Century of Infrastructure Excellence
Founded in 1913, James H Drew Corporation has grown from a regional contractor into a nationally recognized leader in traffic safety infrastructure. We bring over 110 years of field expertise to every project — whether it's a single guardrail installation or a statewide intelligent transportation network.
As a Women Business Enterprise (WBE)-certified firm, we combine the agility of a specialized contractor with the capabilities of a full-service infrastructure company. Our three regional offices serve Indiana, Missouri, and Tennessee — placing our crews where our clients need them most.
Washington Street, Downtown Indianapolis
Washington Street cuts through a bustling downtown Indianapolis around the time James H. Drew Corporation was founded in 1913. The city's rapid urban expansion and growing road network in the early twentieth century created the environment that shaped our century-long commitment to infrastructure.
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Founded in Indianapolis
James H Drew Corporation is established, installing overhead electrical lines for Indianapolis's expanding streetcar network — powering a city on the move.
Integrity
Every project reflects our commitment to honest work, transparent communication, and results that stand the test of time.
Reliability
From single-crew installs to multi-state infrastructure projects, we deliver — on time and on spec.
Respect
We treat every client, partner, and community member with the professionalism their trust deserves.
Innovation
Adopting the latest smart highway technologies to keep America's roads moving safely.
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Consistently perform at a level that exceeds the expectations of our customers, shareholders, and team — achieving success through uncompromising standards in safety, service, quality, and value.
Traffic Safety Is Not Optional
All systems we install meet or exceed applicable MUTCD, AASHTO, and DOT standards. Our priority is ensuring the safety of both our personnel and the traveling public.
Our certified crews bring decades of hands-on experience. Precise installations mean fewer callbacks, reduced liability, and infrastructure that performs as specified.
We don't just install — we build relationships. Our maintenance programs ensure your investment delivers value for decades, not just months.
Two Companies. One Mission.
James H. Drew Corporation and its subsidiary, Tennessee Guardrail, Inc., provide a comprehensive range of roadway safety infrastructure solutions. From design-build projects to detailed, itemized proposals, we deliver innovative results through advanced technologies.
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Lighting & Traffic Signals
High-mast, decorative, and smart signal systems
Intelligent Traffic Systems
ITS cameras, VMS boards, and smart highway tech
Tolling & Weigh-In-Motion
Electronic tolling, WIM, and vWIM systems
Data & Weather Systems
ATR, RWIS, and traffic analytics infrastructure
Decorative & Ornamental Steel
Fabricated steel structures for public & private projects
Fiber Optic Networks
Directional boring and fiber installation along corridors
Signage
Sheet signs, panel signs, mile markers, and sign structures
Guardrail Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
New installations plus rapid-response repair and maintenance
Energy-Absorbing End Terminals
MASH-certified crash cushions and end terminals
Fence & Right-of-Way Systems
Chain link, ornamental, and right-of-way fencing
Bridge Rail Systems
Concrete bridge rail and retrofit solutions
Cable Rail Systems
Installation and maintenance of cable rail safety systems
Wooden Guardrail
Aesthetic timber barriers for trail systems and scenic corridors
Used Guardrail Sales
Quality reclaimed guardrail for secondary applications
Tennessee Guardrail, Inc.
Guardrail Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
New installations plus rapid-response repair and maintenance
Energy-Absorbing End Terminals
MASH-certified crash cushions and end terminals
Fence & Right-of-Way Systems
Chain link, ornamental, and right-of-way fencing
Bridge Rail Systems
Concrete bridge rail and retrofit solutions
Cable Rail Systems
Installation and maintenance of cable rail safety systems
Wooden Guardrail
Aesthetic timber barriers for trail systems and scenic corridors
Signage
Sheet signs, panel signs, mile markers, and sign structures
Used Guardrail Sales
Quality reclaimed guardrail for secondary applications
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Ready to Build Something That Lasts?
Whether it's a single signal installation or a multi-state infrastructure program — our teams are ready to deliver.
Built Across Three States
I-65 Tolling Gantry
Installation of multi-lane sensor gantry arrays for interstate tolling.
I-65 Tolling Gantry
Design and installation of electronic tolling gantry infrastructure along I-65.
US-31 High-Mast Lighting
Erection and wiring of high-mast lighting poles along the US-31 corridor, improving nighttime visibility and motorist safety at major interchanges throughout central Indiana.
I-65 Guardrail
Comprehensive W-beam guardrail installation alongside ITS gantry placement along I-65, combining crash protection with active tolling for INDOT.
US-24 Pedestrian Bridge Rail
Fabrication and installation of ornamental bridge rail combining structural integrity with decorative steel detailing, meeting aesthetic specifications.
I-465 North Overhead Sign Structures
Erection of cantilever overhead sign structures along the I-465 north corridor providing critical motorist guidance and overhead panel mounting for the Indianapolis metropolitan area.
SR-37 Signal & Fiber Network
Signal structure installation and underground fiber optic conduit deployment connecting traffic management infrastructure along State Road 37, expanding INDOT's statewide ITS network.
I-40 End Terminal Upgrade
Installation of MASH-compliant energy-absorbing guardrail end terminals along I-40, replacing aging systems with modern crash-tested safety hardware meeting current federal standards.
I-465 Overhead Sign Truss — Night Install
Nighttime installation of a multi-panel overhead sign truss spanning interstate lanes at a major I-465 interchange. Crane lift coordination, oversize load delivery, and dual aerial-lift bucket trucks under live traffic control for INDOT.
I-65 Signal Assembly
Full traffic signal assembly and overhead sign installation at multiple I-65 interchange ramps, improving intersection safety and traffic flow for the Columbus, Indiana corridor.
The Clients Who Count On Us
From state DOTs to private enterprise — James H Drew and Tennessee Guardrail have earned the trust of organizations that demand precision.
Let's Build Together
Whether you're bidding a DOT project, need emergency guardrail repair, or want to discuss a long-term infrastructure program — our team is ready to respond.
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