ALBUERA, LEYTE –The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 4th District Engineering Office (DEO) progresses with the Construction of Missing Links/New Roads – Burauen – Albuera Road (Albuera Section), Leyte.
The project encompasses 110 meters or 0.22 lane kilometers of Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP), along with a road slope protection structure spanning 110 meters and covering 252 square meters.
Additionally, it includes the construction of a line canal extending 220 meters, ensuring efficient drainage along the road stretch.
Farmers, such as Jose Brono Relleseba, have expressed optimism about the project’s benefits. He recalled that in the past, large vehicles encountered difficulties traversing the area.
“Karon, dako jud ni nga tabang sa amo nga mga mag-uuma kay nindot na ang agianan padung Liberty, Burauen, ug Albuera (This is a big help to us farmers since the road to Liberty, Burauen, and Albuera is now great),” he stated.
Once completed, the project is anticipated to reduce travel time between towns, thereby enhancing accessibility and connectivity for residents, commuters, and businesses alike.
With a contract cost of P115,799,998.75, it is made possible through funding allocated under the General Appropriations Act (GAA) of 2023. (PR)