about lrm

"From Our Backyard to Yours"™

Our HISTORY

Little River Materials was founded in 2018 as a family business built on hard work, respect, and a deep passion for the aggregate industry. From the start, we faced challenges, pushing through tough times before reaching key milestones: loading our first railcar in 2019, launching our own production facilities in 2020, and loading our first river barge in 2021. Our growth and success has always been about more than just moving materials.

Our owners, Lem Carnes and Baylis Carnes, bring over 50 years of combined experience in the aggregate industry. Their knowledge and dedication, along with a genuine respect for everyone in the business, has shaped Little River Materials into what it is today. We know that relationships drive success, which is why we take pride in building strong partnerships with our customers, vendors, and employees.

At Little River Materials, we don’t just supply materials. We deliver reliability, expertise, teamwork, and a commitment to quality. We are so proud of the products we make for you, and your satisfaction is guaranteed!

Safety First, Always

We prioritize safety from quarry to delivery, following strict protocols to ensure careful handling and transport of all materials.

High-Quality Materials

Premium sand and gravel products that meet the highest industry standards for quality and consistency.

Family-Owned

We bring a personal touch, strong values, and a deep commitment to service in everything we do.

Reliable Delivery

Dependable delivery—keeping your projects moving efficiently and on-time.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is simple: to provide the best experience for our customers, employees, and vendors. We believe that success starts from within, which is why we are committed to creating a workplace that values and appreciates every employee. Fostering a positive and supportive work environment, ensures our team is motivated to deliver our best to every customer.

Whether you’re a customer, a vendor, or a member of our team, we want your experience with Little River Materials to reflect the values we stand for positivity, reliability, and excellence in everything we do.

Co-Founder, Baylis Carnes (middle), meeting with Sales Manager, Fletcher Wilkinson (left), and Logistics Manager, Keston Moore (right).

Company History & Growth

What started as a small operation in 2018 has grown into a leading aggregate supplier serving a wide range of industries. Since our early days, we’ve steadily expanded our operations to better serve our customers.

As demand for high-quality aggregates continues to grow, we see even greater opportunities for expansion in the future. We are committed to investing in new facilities, equipment, and transportation capabilities to serve customers more efficiently.
Despite our growth, we remain a family-oriented company that values relationships, teamwork, and integrity. Our success is built on the dedication of our employees and the strong partnerships we’ve developed with our customers and vendors.

We are always looking for dedicated, hardworking, and reliable professionals!

We're hiring!

MEET THE TEAM

At Little River Materials, our team is dedicated to providing top-quality products and excellent service. Meet the key people who help make it happen.

Lem Carnes

Owner

Baylis Carnes

Owner

Greg Hughes

Operations Manager

Kelsey Carnes

HR Manager

Ashley Headley

Accounting Manager

SALES TEAM

If you need help finding the right product, contact our sales representatives.

Fletcher Wilkinson

Sales Manager

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Trae Myers

Landscape Sales

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Joe McConnell

Construction Sales

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We Work Closely With Our Sister Companies

At Little River Materials, we’re proud to collaborate with our sister companies, Superior Inland Terminals and Preferred Transportation Solutions, to deliver efficient logistics, storage, and transportation solutions that support our customers’ needs nationwide.

Key Contacts from Our Sister Companies
(Essential Partners in Logistics and Operations)