Bridge Access Boosts South32’s Hermosa Mining Site
Slice of Construction Team
Jun 17, 2025
Key highlights
- Acrow bridge installed over Red Rock Canyon Creek to support access to South32's Hermosa mine.
- Supports heavy-vehicle traffic for manganese and zinc mining in Patagonia Mountains.
- Rapid installation using standardized steel components, designed for rugged durability and low maintenance.
Source: Globe Newswire
Notable Quotes
“ We are pleased to have been involved in this important project to develop a domestic source of these critical minerals. ”
Russ Parisi, Vice President, North America at Acrow
“ Our bridges can be designed and engineered to handle the most extreme loads with rugged durability and have a long service life with minimal maintenance requirements. ”
Eugene Sobecki, Director National Sales and Military Business Development at Acrow
Why This Matters
This infrastructure advancement is pivotal in accelerating the development of South32’s Hermosa project—one of the few U.S.-based sources of manganese and zinc, both designated critical minerals by the federal government. Acrow’s bridge not only expedites mining operations but also ensures continued community mobility in rural Santa Cruz County. The collaboration highlights how modular steel solutions can swiftly address infrastructure demands in remote, resource-rich regions.
