TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is working to raise the San Juanico Bridge’s load limit to 10–12 tons by the end of 2025.
This was disclosed by DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan who led a meeting with top officials and consultants on May 30 in Palo, Leyte, to discuss immediate repair plans that can be completed within five months. Consultants were directed to submit detailed plans within a week.
An inspection of the bridge and Amandayehan Port in Basey, Samar, followed the meeting, reflecting DPWH’s push for swift, practical solutions.
The current load restriction, in place since May 15, has disrupted transport between Samar and Leyte. The planned upgrade aims to ease these impacts and restore smoother movement of goods and people.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
