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Note 5 - Construction Joint Ventures (Details Textual) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
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Construction Backlog Attributable to Project Performed by Joint Ventures | $ 53
Granite Construction Corporation [Member] |
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 49.00%

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