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Asphalt Paving in Norco, CA

Large lots, horse trailers, trails and a Western theme set by city ordinance.

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Itemized written quote before work starts
Base depth and asphalt thickness stated in every quote

Paving for Horse Country

Asphalt paving in Norco is shaped by horses. Norco is a horse community with few sidewalks, a network of horse trails, and hitching rails and corrals across town. City ordinances require a Western architectural theme, and Norco became a charter city in 2003 to protect animal-keeping rights; changes to its trail, lot size and animal-keeping rules need a four-fifths vote of the city council. Many properties here are large lots with barns, arenas and long drives.

Trailers and turnarounds

Horse trailers and the trucks that pull them are heavy, and they turn tightly. That is hard on thin asphalt, especially in summer. For drives that carry trailers, we use a deeper base and thicker asphalt, and we build turnarounds wide enough that trucks are not cutting across the edges. Where trailers park for long periods, a concrete pad under the tongue jack prevents dents.

Next to trails and corrals

Horses and fresh asphalt do not mix well: hooves can mark soft asphalt, and smooth surfaces can be slick for shod horses. Some owners prefer to leave trail crossings and areas near corrals as decomposed granite or gravel and pave only the vehicle drive. We help you decide where pavement belongs.

Gravel conversions

Many Norco drives are gravel or decomposed granite. Converting to asphalt cuts dust and maintenance, but the base has to be shaped and compacted so water sheds to the sides, not into the barn or the arena.

Population and setting

Norco grew quickly in the 1950s and 1960s, from 1,584 residents in 1950 to 14,511 in 1970, and had 26,316 people in 2020. It sits at about 640 feet in northwestern Riverside County, with the Santa Ana Mountains visible from anywhere in town. Interstate 15 runs through the city, and Santa Ana winds blow in October and November.

What we build on Norco properties

Long vehicle drives from the street to the house, barn or arena
Trailer turnarounds and parking with a deeper base
Concrete pads for trailer tongues and hay storage, where asphalt would dent
Gravel and decomposed granite borders that keep the Western look
Repairs and sealing on existing asphalt drives

Before paving, we walk the property with you to decide where vehicles go and where horses go, so the pavement serves the trucks without taking away good footing.

Planning a Norco project

Norco summers average above 90 degrees, and Santa Ana winds blow in October and November. Spring and early summer are the most comfortable times to pave, before the hottest weeks. For long drives, we plan delivery of hot mix so each truckload is placed and rolled while it is still hot. On properties with horses, we also plan the schedule around feeding and turnout times, and keep gates closed and equipment away from paddocks.

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Norco at a Glance

A horse town by law. Norco is a horse community with few sidewalks, horse trails and hitching rails. It became a charter city in 2003 to protect animal-keeping rights, and changes to horse trail, lot size and animal-keeping rules require a four-fifths council supermajority.
Western theme. City ordinances require a Western-style architectural theme. Norco held its grand opening on May 13, 1923, and incorporated on December 28, 1964.
Growth. Norco grew from 1,584 residents in 1950 to 4,964 in 1960 and 14,511 in 1970. The 2020 census counted 26,316.

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Norco Questions

Will asphalt hold up to horse trailers?

Yes, with a deeper base and thicker asphalt. We also recommend concrete pads where trailers park for long periods.

Should I pave where my horses walk?

Many owners keep trail and corral areas in decomposed granite or gravel for footing and pave only the vehicle drive. We help you plan it.

Do you follow Norco's Western theme?

Pavement itself is not covered by architectural rules, but we can leave borders in gravel or decomposed granite to match the look of your property.

Will hot asphalt bother my horses?

Paving involves equipment noise and smell for a day or two. We tell you the schedule in advance so you can move horses away from the work area if needed.

Can you pave around an arena fence or corral?

Yes, with smaller equipment and hand work near fences, leaving a buffer of gravel or decomposed granite where you want it.

How long is a long-drive paving job in Norco?

Usually two to four days for grading, base and paving, depending on length and access. We give you a schedule at the estimate.

Can a trail crossing stay unpaved?

Yes. Many owners keep the trail crossing in decomposed granite and pave on either side, with a clean edge where the two meet.

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