Steel in the Soil: Custom Cattle Guard Fabricated for a Liberty Hill Ranch

When people think of structural steel, they often picture bridges, highways, and deep foundations —but sometimes the most impactful work happens at the gate to a local pasture.

This week, Dark Horse Metals delivered a custom cattle guard for a ranch just outside Liberty Hill, Texas. Built with precision in our fabrication yard, this unit represents everything we believe in: strong steel, smart design, and meaningful work that supports the communities we live in.

Built for the Land

The customer needed a cattle guard that could take a beating from truck traffic, hold strong through Texas weather, and keep livestock where they belong—without compromising access.

We responded with:

• Heavy-wall pipe construction for long-term durability
• Open-deck design that handles mud, gravel, and runoff
• A rust-ready surface finish to naturally weather-in with the environment
• A fully in-house fabricated frame, ensuring tight tolerances and solid welds

Supporting Local Operations

This project highlights a core part of who we are: a Texas-based company building steel solutions for the people and industries that make this state work.

More Than Just Steel

We don’t just sell parts. We build trust—through repeatable quality, American-made materials, and a team of welders and fabricators who take pride in every joint, cut, and finish.

If your project—big or small—needs custom fabrication, we’re ready to get in the dirt with you.