Northwest Georgia Lumber Helps Build America’s Wooden Roller Coasters

Wooden roller coasters are famous for their rumbling rides and classic look, but few people think about where all that lumber actually comes from. One surprising source is S.I. Storey Lumber Co., Inc. in Armuchee, Georgia.

For decades, the company has supplied treated Southern Yellow Pine used in wooden roller coaster construction. In fact, their lumber has been used in coaster projects across the United States and even internationally, reaching more than ten different countries.

The relationship between S.I. Storey and the theme park industry dates back to the 1970s when the company supplied wood for the Great American Scream Machine at Six Flags Over Georgia. That project helped establish the company as a trusted supplier for roller coaster engineers and designers.

Wooden roller coasters require massive amounts of lumber because the track is built from multiple layers of wood and supported by large structural frames. The quality and treatment of the lumber are critical for strength, durability, and safety.

So the next time you ride a wooden coaster, the lumber supporting the thrills might have originated from this small Georgia town.

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