Smith-Midland Targets $100M Backlog as Barrier Rentals, Data Centers Drive Growth
Smith said updated Federal Highway Administration crash-test standards and state deadlines are boosting demand for newer roadside barriers meeting MASH safety requirements. The company has about 500 crash cushions in its rental fleet. In its second-quarter 2026 filing, Smith-Midland reported $57.4 million backlog, up 19% from the prior quarter, with some activity outside backlog. Demand for SoftSound has risen and SlenderWall activity reached its highest level in the first six months of 2026, while its California licensee has been expanding