The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has implemented slope protection measures along portions of Liloy – Siocon Road in the municipality of Baliguian, Zamboanga del Norte.
DPWH Region 9 Director Cayamombao Dia reported that locals now benefit from a completed road slope structure covering 1,700 square meters in Barangay Kauswagan.
Costing P17 million, scope of works on the project also include the concreting of 39.33 meters of road shoulder, with installation of streetlights and metal guardrails as safety features.
Meanwhile, Zamboanga del Norte 4th District Engineering Office is undertaking the ongoing installation of a high-tensile active wire mesh system across a 2,777.7-square meter area in Barangay Nonoyan.
Built along the mountain side, this portion of the road is exposed to landslides and rock fall, and is always at risk of possible soil collapse.
Built along the mountain side, this portion of the road is exposed to landslides and rock fall, and is always at risk of possible soil collapse.
When completed, the P50 million slope protection project is expected to prevent road damage caused by cascading debris and ensure the safety of motorists traversing the area.
“These road upgrades aim to continuously protect motorists and pedestrians by ensuring safer passage along these landslide-prone areas and preventing frequent road closures, especially during inclement weather,” Dia concluded.
