Fresno County Supervisors Approve CEMEX Quarry Expansion Despite Opposition
Fresno County supervisors gave a 3-2 nod to CEMEX’s Rockfield Quarry expansion, approving a 300‑foot mine near the San Joaquin River despite strong local opp...
POLICY WIRE — Fresno, USA — County supervisors voted 3-2 to greenlight CEMEX’s plan to enlarge the Rockfield Quarry, a move that adds a 300‑foot blasting operation close to the San Joaquin River.
The approved project authorizes expanded mining activity that will involve extensive blasting near the river corridor, a detail highlighted by local broadcasters.
Environmental advocates and community groups have rallied against the plan, warning that the increased excavation could elevate flood risk and threaten river ecosystems.
Members of the San Joaquin River Protectors have publicly urged CEMEX to halt the expansion, emphasizing potential breaches during high‑water events.
Media outlets across the region reported the narrow vote and the contentious debate surrounding the quarry’s growth.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)