DPWH to replacing aging bridge in Meycauayan City
MALOLOS CITY -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will replace the aging Marcos Bridge, locally known as Tawiran Bridge, in Meycauayan City.
It is scheduled to be replaced with a new structure that conforms to the latest DPWH standard bridge seismic design specifications.
“Although the bridge remains in operation and open, we have already observed advanced deterioration of its structural elements. It is currently classified as poor in condition and its structural deficiencies need to be addressed immediately,” Bulacan 2nd District Engineer George Santos said.
Replacement of the local bridge that connects Meycauayan City and the municipality of Obando will cost P300 million.
The project received an initial allocation of P100 million in the 2022 General Appropriations Act and the additional funding needed to complete the project has also been included in the proposed 2023 budget.
“The initial project funding received is for the construction of new bridge substructures beneath the existing bridge which we expect to be completed within 240 calendar days. We will keep the bridge open to all types of vehicles during project implementation and although there are chances that our contractor will operate their equipment over the bridge, a traffic management plan will be implemented so as not to inconvenience motorists and pedestrians,”Santos clarified.
DPWH has coordinated with the city government for traffic management as it expected moderate to heavy traffic in the area during construction.
Heavy vehicles such as trucks and trailers will be rerouted to MacArthur Highway as they will no longer be allowed to pass Marcos Bridge once the project begins.
Safety road signs and markings will be placed to inform motorists before entering the work zone to anticipate changes in road conditions ahead. (PIA 3)