Heavy Construction — Jackson, Alabama
WD AL20260001-15807-hvy · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for SELF-PROPELLED HOPPER DREDGE DRAG TENDERS THE FOLLOWING RATES WERE REVISED PURSUANT TO 29 CFR 1.6 ON 02/07/2025 in Jackson, Alabama (construction type: heavy) is $20.36/hr base + $7.24/hr fringe = $27.60/hr total package (WD AL20260001-15807-hvy, Rev. 1).
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Prevailing Wage Rates — All Trades
Base hourly rates and fringe benefit requirements for all trade classifications covered by this wage determination. Total package = base + fringe.
| Trade Classification | Base $/hr | Fringe $/hr | Total Package | H&W | Pension | Vacation | Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SELF-PROPELLED HOPPER DREDGE DRAG TENDERS THE FOLLOWING RATES WERE REVISED PURSUANT TO 29 CFR 1.6 ON 02/07/2025 | $20.36 | $7.24 | $27.60 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jackson, AL — Heavy construction prevailing wage rates. Add a row for each trade in your crew, set the number of workers and hours, and optionally add a burden percentage for payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and insurance.
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This is an estimate only. Burden percentages vary widely by state, employer experience modifier, and benefit plan structure. Davis-Bacon also requires per-trade record-keeping on Form WH-347; this calculator does not replace certified payroll reporting.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for heavy construction in Jackson, Alabama.
- The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts ≥$2,000 involving construction, alteration, or repair of federal or federally assisted buildings.
- The total package (base + fringe) is the minimum hourly labor cost per worker. Employers may satisfy fringe requirements by contributing to bona fide benefit plans.
- Apprentices must be registered with a DOL-approved apprenticeship program to be paid apprentice rates.
- Contractors must post this wage determination at the job site. Certified payroll records must be submitted weekly using Form WH-347.
- If a trade classification you need isn't listed below, request a conformance from the DOL Wage and Hour Division.