TACLOBAN CITY– The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte Second District Engineering Office (L2DEO) has completed a preventive maintenance project on its primary road along a stretch of the Palo-Carigara-Ormoc road, particularly in Tunga town.
The project has a total allocation of P44.43 million which includes the removal of the existing asphalt overlay and its replacement with new asphalt layer to restore and the strengthen roadway spanning a total length of 0.94 kilometers. It also involves the intermittent reblocking of damaged sections of the Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP),particularly along the road and bridge approaches in Naliwatan and Tunga.
In addition, thermoplastic pavement markings are installed to enhance traffic safety, especially during night time travel.
District Engineer Leo Edward L. Oppura said that the project enhancement along Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road serves as a vital access route linking several municipalities and supporting daily transport of people, products, and services, as it is considered one of the busiest roads in the region.
He added that preventing the road structure from developing hazardous conditions such as potholes, cracks, and uneven surfaces will lessen accidents and injuries.
The completed road works will provide long-term benefits to road users by improving driving comfort and reducing travel time and vehicle maintenance costs, and they can expect safe and smooth travel along the road network in Tunga.
Funded under the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), through the Asset Preservation Program under Preventive Maintenance of Primary Roads, the project was commenced on March 21, 2025, with 100% reported work accomplishment.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
