NSSDEO, Brgy. Burabud, Laoang, Northern Samar – The Department of Public Works and Highways Northern Samar Second District Engineering Office (DPWH-NSSDEO) has reached a 94.65 percent completion of Flood Mitigation Structures and Drainage Systems, in response to the recurring threat of flooding along Pambujan River, safeguarding the lives and properties of Brgy. Cababtoan, Pambujan, Northern Samar, and Brgy. Dale, San Roque, Northern Samar.
The said project, with contract ID No. 24II0038, implemented under FY 2024 funding, has a budget appropriation of P50 Million, intended for the construction of 220.00 meters flood control structure (structural concrete on steel sheet pile), under contract with CDU Construction and supervised by Project Engineer Joseph C. Romance.
PE Romance disclosed that this flood mitigation structure will aid the recurring worries and problems of the inhabitants, addressing the persistent inundation issues in the Pambujan River Basin which have affected the inhabitants and infrastructures in the past.
Furthermore, this project aims to protect the agrarian spaces and residential areas from detrimental effects of severe flooding. It also protects the Pambujan Bridge for the movement of goods and services across the region, and paves the way to attain better and convenient local transportation, which alleviates the lives of the locals.
Upon completion, this essential structure is expected to significantly reduce the risk of flooding in the area. Besides, this formidable structure is a strategic response to prevent erosion of river banks, emphasizing the safety and resilience of the residents, and will contribute to the economic growth and development of the province while improving the quality of life of Pambujanon and San Roquenhon. (PR)
