The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) has updated that the construction of the bridge over the Yom River in Phichit Province is 51% complete, ahead of schedule, with an expected opening in 2027. This will help local residents shorten travel distance by over 20 kilometers and improve transportation and agricultural product logistics.
Mr. Pichit Hunsiri, Director-General of the Department of Rural Roads (DRR). He revealed the progress of the bridge construction project over the Yom River near Ban Nong Khaem, Ban Noi Subdistrict, Pho Thale District, Phichit Province, stating that construction is currently over 51% complete, which is faster than planned.
This project aligns with the Ministry of Transport's policy to develop rural road networks for efficient community connectivity to main routes. Previously, residents had to travel an extra 20 kilometers, causing delays in travel and agricultural product transport.
The project has a total construction budget of 62.40 million baht. The bridge is a reinforced concrete structure, 260 meters long and 9 meters wide, using precast slabs with driven piles, along with connecting roads and concrete approaches linking Village 6 and Village 5 of Ban Nong Khaem.
Currently, work is underway on the foundation and piers on the riverbank, alongside some bridge deck construction. Preparations are in place to begin foundation work in the middle of the river once water levels drop to a safe point. The bridge is expected to be completed by 2027.
The DRR Director-General added that contractors and supervisors have been instructed to enforce the highest safety measures, including installing warning signs, traffic signals, and organizing the construction site to ensure local residents' confidence.
Furthermore, public participation is prioritized. A tripartite memorandum of understanding was signed among the DRR, contractors, and community representatives. A second public consultation meeting is planned for November 2026 to report progress and gather feedback from community leaders and related agencies.
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