Solar Field Development

Black Mountain Excavation

Full-Service Solar Field Development

BME delivers turnkey solutions for large-scale renewable energy projects, specializing in solar field installations and Landfill Gas-to-Power systems. From excavation and underground utilities to weather station installation for system monitoring, our solar services include DC collection system and medium-voltage (MV) power line installation, inverter placement, and precision metal pile driving—ensuring a durable, high-performance foundation for long-term energy production.

With BME, energy developers gain a reliable, single-source partner for every stage of construction—delivering efficiency, precision, and long-term success in both solar and landfill gas energy projects.

We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, ensuring the highest level of safety and protection for both our clients and staff.

Grounded in Experience. Driven by Clean Energy.

Full-Service Solar Field Development

Black Mountain Excavation delivers full-site development for renewable energy systems—from solar fields to Landfill Gas-to-Power. We manage every phase, from earthwork to final commissioning, with a focus on quality, safety, and long-term results.

Our process starts with land clearing, grading, and trenching to prepare a solid foundation. We install DC collection systems, MV power lines, and underground conduits with precision. We also handle pile driving, inverter and combiner box setup, and weather station installs for monitoring. Whether you’re building a new solar field or repurposing a landfill, we bring performance-driven solutions to every detail.

Let’s Build Clean Energy from the Ground Up

Excavation & Underground Utility Services

Reliable energy begins underground. Our expert crews install complete electrical infrastructure networks for high-efficiency energy delivery—built to meet today’s large-scale demands.

We specialize in high-volume trenching and conduit placement for DC and MV systems, pads for transformers and inverters, and grounding to protect sensitive equipment. Each component is installed to spec, rigorously tested, and inspected for full compliance. From utility prep to power flow, we ensure performance, safety, and long-term reliability every step of the way.

Your Single-Source Partner for Renewable Construction

Solar Field Excavation Experts in Colorado

Energy developers rely on Black Mountain Excavation for every stage of solar site development. We provide seamless coordination, real-time communication, and a safety-first culture that ensures each project progresses without delays or compromises.

Our scalable team and modern equipment fleet allow us to mobilize quickly, adjust to evolving site conditions, and meet aggressive timelines—while delivering the precision and performance today’s renewable infrastructure demands.

Black Hollow Solar Project

Black Hollow Solar, located in Colorado, is one of our most ambitious solar energy projects to date. Spanning 2,100 acres, this site will feature a 250 MW solar farm capable of powering tens of thousands of homes. Scheduled to come online in the spring of 2025, the Black Hollow Solar project will play a pivotal role in the region’s shift toward renewable energy.

Black Hollow Solar Case Study

South Cheyenne Solar Project

The South Cheyenne Solar project, located in Wyoming, is set to make a significant impact on the state’s renewable energy landscape. Spanning 940 acres, the solar farm is designed to generate 150 MW of clean energy, contributing to the growing demand for sustainable power. Upon completion in the spring of 2024, this solar farm will provide energy to thousands of homes and businesses in the region.

South Cheyenne Solar Case Study

Ready to develop your next solar or landfill energy project?

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Contact Black Mountain Excavation today to request a bid or schedule a consultation with our renewable energy site development team.

Proudly based in Colorado, serving clients nationwide.

Solar Field Excavation

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Renewable & Specialized Projects

Solar Farm Excavation: 5 Things Developers Need to Know

As the demand for renewable energy continues to surge, solar farms are rapidly transforming Colorado’s landscape. With its wide-open spaces and high solar potential, the state is an ideal location for utility-scale solar installations. But before solar panels are ever installed, one of the most critical phases begins below the surface—excavation.

Dalston Zimmerman February 27, 2025

Renewable & Specialized Projects

Underground First: Designing and Excavating Utility Corridors for High-Density Data Centers

When most people think about data centers, they picture rows of servers and big cooling units. What they don’t see is the dense, carefully planned utility network under their feet—and that’s where early earthwork planning becomes critical.

Dalston Zimmerman January 15, 2026

Renewable & Specialized Projects

From Solar Farms to Data Centers: What Experienced Earthwork Contractors Bring to Mission-Critical Sites

As demand for cloud computing, AI, and high-density workloads surges, Colorado is becoming an attractive location for new data center developments. Behind every mission-critical facility, there’s a phase that often gets less attention than servers and cooling: earthwork and site development.

Dalston Zimmerman January 12, 2026