DPWH opens Bukidnon bridge

Public Works and Secretary Mark Villar announced the completion and opening of the new 2-lane Natulongan Bridge in Kibawe, Bukidnon.

Linking Barangay Talahiron with Barangay Magsaysay in Kibawe town, the 134.9-lineal meter bridge across Pulangi River in Sitio Kikipot, Talahiron is a much needed connectivity infrastructure of the populace.

Prior to the implementation of the project, residents of Barangay Talahiron, Barangay Natulongan and other nearby communities needed to traverse an existing 4-kilometer barangay road. Some would cross the river using a “gaket” or wooden raft but it becomes impassable during heavy rains.

The P61-million bridge funded in three (3) phases was implemented by DPWH Bukidnon 2nd District Engineering Office (DEO), said Secretary Villar.

"This project will significantly provide a comfortable, convenient, and safe access to and from the town for basic necessities. Further, it boosts economic activities and increases productivity and income growth of small-scale farmers in the area," added Secretary Villar.