Lizard Bridge, Santa Cruz River Bridge - Tucson, AZ (1993)

 

Public Art commission for two gigantic Gila monster lizards built of Guniter concrete and mosaic ceramic tile. Architectural design using native stone and plants to integrate the pre-cast girder bridge with its setting and a pedestrian/bicycle path.

 

Client: City of Tucson, 1% for Art Program. 

Contractor: Wilhelm Bros. Tile, Rosario Palomares Masonry

Status: completed 1993