The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has completed the off-carriageway improvement project in Barangay Macopa via Jaro Poblacion Road along the Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road section. (L2DEO)

TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has successfully completed the off-carriageway improvement project in Barangay Macopa via Jaro Poblacion Road along the Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road section.

The project, aimed at enhancing safety and convenience for motorists and other road users, was completed ahead of schedule.

District Engineer Leo Edward Oppura mentioned that the off-carriageway improvement project extends 706.90 lane meters, adding 2.0 meters to both edges of the existing pavement with 20-millimeter-thick Portland concrete cement pavement (PCCP).

The project also included the application of asphalt overlay and reflectorized pavement markings.

“These enhancements will benefit the community for years to come, making daily commutes safer and more efficient for road users. This project commenced on February 19, 2024, and was completed on April 2, 2024,” Oppura said.

Furthermore, the off-carriageway improvement project in Jaro, Leyte, will enhance road connectivity, provide faster and more convenient travel for drivers, increase vehicle capacity, and create safe walkway zones, ensuring safe and comfortable travel for local residents.

The project was funded with an allotted amount of P5.85 million under the DPWH-CY 2024 General Appropriations Act.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)