Steel W-Beam Guardrail 12' 6" Corten Finish
The 12-foot 6-inch Corten W-Beam guardrail combines the proven crash-test performance of traditional highway barriers with the natural aesthetic appeal of weathering steel. Often referred to as "rustic brown" guardrail, Corten steel is uniquely alloyed to develop a stable, protective rust patina when exposed to the elements. This oxidation layer naturally protects the steel beneath it, eliminating the need for painting or galvanizing while providing decades of maintenance-free durability.
Because of its natural, earth-toned appearance, Corten guardrail is the premier choice for state and national parks, scenic byways, historical routes, private estates, and rural highways where safety infrastructure needs to blend seamlessly into the surrounding environment.
Compliance & Certifications
Like our standard galvanized systems, this Corten guardrail meets the strictest federal and state safety requirements for vehicular impact deflection:
DOT Approved: Fully certified for use on state, federal, and municipal highway projects across all 50 states.
MUTCD Compliant: Meets all highway safety regulations outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
AASHTO M-180 Certified: Manufactured to meet the official American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials specification for corrugated sheet steel beams (Class A, Type IV Weathering Steel).
100% Made in the USA: Manufactured domestically from high-yield carbon steel, ensuring full compliance with Buy America Act requirements for federally funded infrastructure projects.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Profile | Standard W-Beam (Corrugated) |
| Overall Length | 12' 6" (150 inches) |
| Steel Thickness | 12-Gauge (Class A) |
| Material | Corten Weathering Steel |
| Finish / Appearance | Type IV (Develops a natural rustic brown patina over time) |
| Installation | Pre-punched holes for standard post spacing and seamless panel splicing |
Nationwide Jobsite Delivery
We leverage a nationwide logistics network to keep your infrastructure project on schedule. These 12' 6" Corten steel guardrail panels ship securely via commercial flatbed trucks, routed directly from our closest manufacturing facility to your jobsite to minimize transit times.
Please ensure your jobsite or receiving yard is equipped with a high-capacity forklift or crane to safely offload heavy steel bundles upon arrival.
Minimum order is 30 guardrails. This product is only available for commercial, industrial and Government projects. This product will not ship to residential locations, residential orders cannot be placed.
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