TACLOBAN CITY-The Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO) successfully completed the asphalt overlay of 3.176 lane kilometers on the Gov. Benjamin “Kokoy” T. Romualdez Diversion Road. The project was finished on July 24, 2024, with a total contract cost of P24.31-million, funded through the 2024 General Appropriations Act.
Asphalted roads offer several benefits, including cost efficiency, durability, and ease of maintenance. They can be constructed and repaired faster than concrete roads, minimizing traffic disruptions.
Additionally, asphalt provides a smoother and quieter driving surface, reducing noise pollution and offering better traction and skid resistance, which enhances safety, especially in wet conditions.
Asphalt is also considered environmentally friendly due to its 100% recyclability and lower energy requirements during production and construction.
“The completion of the asphalt overlay on this key road is a vital development for improving road safety and efficiency in Tacloban. The smoother surface will not only reduce travel time but also offer better protection for drivers, especially during heavy rains.” District Engineer Rebecca G. Yuse, said, emphasizing its significance.
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