COMANCO Installs Over 1 Million SF of Liner at Idaho Phosphate Mine
COMANCO recently completed a large-scale phosphate mine project in Idaho. This initiative required teamwork, precision, and adaptability as crews navigated high elevations, remote conditions, and challenging terrain to deliver quality results.
Delivering Durable Results
This project consisted of lining five applications, including three ponds, an ore stockpile pad, and a rejects loadout area. Crews installed more than 1,000,000 SF of AGRU 60 Mil HDPE DS Black liner, including pipe boots, to ensure long-term durability and environmental protection.
Guided by Expertise
The project was managed by a combination of COMANCO leadership over the span of a year. Work began in late 2024, with Superintendent Carlos Garcia and Leadman Martin Calderon Jr. working alongside the team to conduct the early phases of the work, including mobilization and site preparation. Once snow covered the 6,500-foot elevation jobsite, the team winterized the site and demobilized. Their efforts ensured a smooth transition for work to resume the following season. In 2025, Martin Calderon Jr. continued to push forward in rugged terrain, while Superintendent Martin Calderon Sr. joined later to complete the project successfully.
Safety First, Always
Despite the rotation of superintendents, COMANCO’s commitment to safety never wavered. The project was completed with zero incidents, highlighting the effectiveness of COMANCO’s safety culture. The remote location added another layer of complexity, as the site had no cell signal. This required the superintendents to plan thoroughly, ensuring every detail was communicated and organized before arriving on site. Equipment deliveries were also carefully coordinated to meet the project’s demands.
Supporting Farmers Nationwide
Phosphate is one of three primary ingredients essential for crop growth. For over four decades, the client has supplied high-quality phosphate fertilizer to farmers across North America. With the completion of this project, COMANCO has enabled the client to continue meeting agricultural needs while protecting the surrounding environment from potential contamination.
SAFETY ★ QUALITY ★ SERVICE
COMANCO is an environmental, commercial, and civil construction company specializing in constructing containment facilities.
Successful projects require planning, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to safety. COMANCO has proven time and again that we can deliver in even the most difficult environments. Contact COMANCO today to see how we can bring value to your next project.
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