In order to finalize its final reconstruction before the month of November, the bridge will be closed and only Bridge 1 can be used.
The mayor of Maldonado, Enrique Antiaannounced that the definitive reconstruction of Bridge 2 of La Barra will cost 3 million dollars – The previous investments served to save the bridge and leave it operational during the summer season – and it is expected to be completed by November, before the high season.
With a second investment of 3 million dollars, the Bridge 2 of La Barra it would be ready in November, just before the start of the summer season. The problem with the bridge started a little before it started last summer when it nearly sank in the water.
The first investment in the bridge was $2.5 million and had the objective of saving the bridge where a “crutches” were placed that can support the number of cars that would transit it during the summer season. Subsequently, it was possible to know, with official data, that during the month of January more than 19,000 cars per day.
The Maldonado mayor explained that now comes the final reconstruction stage with the aim of “stabilizing it forever.” On the other hand, he added that it is a very important work for the department and that it should be done “at full speed.” The costs of repairs to the bridge inaugurated in 2000, They were entirely in charge of the administration.
Accompanied by the beginning of the final work, Antía communicated the machinery delivery for a value of 124,465 dollars, which complete an investment in this sector – during the two terms of the mayor’s government – amounting to 20 million dollars. During the first government, 15 million were invested, while in the current one, 5 million dollars. In this sense, he also advanced the construction of the bridge over the Warrior’s Pass It is estimated that it will be finished next year.
Source: Ambito
