DPWH Biliran
NAVAL, Biliran – Motorists will soon experience a wider, safer and convenient travel along Leyte-Biliran road section as the Department of public Works and Highways (DPWH)- Biliran District Engineering Office commences its road widening project in the town of Biliran.
The said project with a total allocation of Php100-Million involves road concreting of one additional lane on both sides of the existing road with a length of 0.50 lane kilometer, embankment, drainage and slope protection. Also included in the scope of work is the installation of solar lights to enhance the motorists’ visibility during night time.
According to OIC-DE Antonio, the said project was prioritized to complement the already widened national roads along Biliran Circumferential Road (BCR) and Naval-Caibiran Cross Country Road (NCCCR) and also as a preparation for the proposed widening/ construction of a parallel Biliran Bridge.
“The completion of this project will provide a wider and safer road to the travelling public and improve the mobility of goods and services that will help spur economic growth to the Province of Biliran.” OIC-DE Antonio said.
Leyte-Biliran road network is a vital link to the Biliran Bridge which is the only gateway of the people of Biliran travelling by land to Leyte and other parts of the country and vice-versa.
