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The new Porpuna bridge will replace the structure collapsed by rains and benefit multiple locations in the department.The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC), through Nacional Provias, executes the installation of a provisional modular bridge in the Porpuna sector, Pallasca province, Ancash, as part of a road emergency intervention aimed at restoring vehicular traffic and improving connectivity in this area of the country.
The new bridge, 18.29 meters long, will replace the previous structure that collapsed as the heavy rains registered between March and April. The overflow caused the undercarration of the right stirrup and the loss of the platform, interrupting the vehicular passage in this important route. The work represents an investment of S/ 339 747.71.
The infrastructure is located on the EME highway. PE-3N (Huarochiri bridge diversion)-Pte. Huarochiri-dv. Sihuas (PE-12A)-La Pampa-dv. Corongo - Bambas - Emp. PE-3N (Tauca), at the height of km 126 of the PE-3na route.
This intervention will allow to restore the road connection with important localities of Ancash such as Pallasca, Corongo, Huaylas and Santa, as well as with populated centers such as Tauca, Santa Rosa, Ancos, Yuracmarca and Chimbote. In addition to recovering transitability, the new structure will contribute to improving road safety, facilitating product transport and guaranteeing access to basic services, thus promoting the local economy and regional development.
The works include the installation of a work warehouse in Tauca, the mobilization of specialized machinery, the transfer and assembly of the metal structure, the construction of reinforced concrete supports and retaining walls, as well as the execution of the regulatory signage to guarantee the safety of the users.
The MTC reaffirms its commitment to improve the national road network, promoting works that connect to the communities, strengthen regional development and guarantee safe and efficient mobility throughout the country.
