Dredging & Marine Contractors
Digging Deeper.We specialize in marine construction, navigation, and ecological restoration projects of all sizes. Our mission is to provide safe and environmentally sound dredging services while valuing and protecting our employees, the community, and natural resources. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering the highest level of quality, safety, and innovation to our clients.
Mission
Mike Hooks, LLC is focused on preserving America’s natural resources, maintaining navigable waterways, and investing in our family of employees.

Welcome to Mike Hooks, a full-service dredging contractor with over 65 years of experience in the industry.
We specialize in marine construction, navigation, and ecological restoration projects of all sizes. Our mission is to provide safe and environmentally sound dredging services while valuing and protecting our employees, the community, and natural resources. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering the highest level of quality, safety, and innovation to our clients.
Services
We offer a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of each project. Our services include:
Waterways
Removing sediment and other materials from the bottom of waterways to maintain the desired depth for navigation and other uses.
Ports
Deepening the navigational depth by removing sediments from existing ports or creating entirely new harbors by removing emergent materials.
Beach Reclamation
Beach reclamation is used to add sand or other materials to a beach to increase its width and mitigate the effects of erosion.
Wetland Restoration
Improving the condition of degraded or lost wetlands to restore their ecosystem functions and benefits for wildlife and people.
Projects
Our portfolio showcases our capabilities and the diverse range of projects we have undertaken over the years. Some of our notable projects include the deepening of a major port channel to accommodate larger vessels, the creation of a new marina for a waterfront development, and the dredging and restoration of a critical ecosystem.
Join Our Team
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Equipment & Technology
Hooks uses state-of-the-art equipment and technology to ensure the best possible results on every project. Our fleet includes a variety of dredging vessels and machinery, such as cutter suction dredges, crane barges, and excavators, utilizing advanced technologies such as 3D modeling, GPS, and remote sensing to optimize dredging operations.

Safety & Environmental
Safety is our top priority and we are dedicated to maintaining a safe working environment for our employees and clients. Our safety record is exemplary, and we are fully compliant with OSHA and industry safety standards. We are also committed to protecting the environment and strive to minimize the impact of our dredging operations.
News & Updates
Stay up-to-date with our latest projects, industry news and events, and press releases by visiting our News and Updates page.
Building a Sustainable Future
Renourishing beaches to protect communities and uplift their economies is one example of how Mike Hooks, LLC is building a sustainable future. We all have the ability to make a positive impact on society and the natural environment. It’s about choices. What are you...
Calling all Candidates for New 27-inch Cutter Suction Dredge
Are you interested in working for a dynamic, family-owned dredging company that is making investments in its people, fleet, and technology, all while sustaining the U.S. economy and natural environment? Come work for Mike Hooks, LLC. Give us a call or send us your...
Mike Hooks Wins National Award for Excellence in Safety
Dredging & Marine Contractor, Mike Hooks, LLC, announces it has been awarded a 2021 AEU Safety Award for the company’s strong commitment to safety in the workplace. The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation for...
Contact
If you have any questions or would like to discuss a specific project, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team of experienced project managers and skilled operators is ready to help. Please fill out our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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