PO Box 254 Girard, IL  62640   -   (217) 627 - 3137
E-Mail:  info@lakeriprap.com
A Unique Firm Specializing in Shoreline Erosion Control
of Inland Lakes and Reservoirs
About Us
Lake Rip Rap, Inc. was founded in 1994 by Hank and Karen Sutton for the purpose of shoreline stabilization by developing custom built mechanical boats; more economical, environmentally friendly revetment designs; and construction methods.
 

Hank Sutton is a retired Illinois DOT Engineering Technician after 34 years of service.  His duties included design/route surveying, construction staking/inspection and material testing/inspection specializing in stone products including riprap and armor stone.  At retirement, Hank held the position of Physical Test Supervisor for IDOT District 6.

As a board member of Sunset Lake Association, Hank supervised various engineering projects including dam maintenance, spillway and water control structure rehabilitation, retention site design and construction, hydraulic dredging and island shoreline stabilization.

 





 

 
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