MIRI: The construction of the 300m Bukit Song viaduct under the Work Package Contract (WPC) 11 of the Sarawak Pan Borneo Highway project is expected to be completed ahead of schedule, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.
The Works Minister said that during a field visit on Sunday, he witnessed the progress of the viaduct’s construction, which had to be undertaken due to unsuitable soil conditions in the area that made reclamation unfeasible.
In a post on his official Facebook page, Nanta explained that this factor had contributed to minor delays in its overall construction.
“However, the construction of this viaduct, which was originally scheduled for completion in October, is now expected to be completed next month.
“With this, the entire highway will be fully completed for the benefit of the people of Sarawak,” he said, Bernama reported.
According to Nanta, WPC 11 is the final package among the 11 work packages under the project.
During the visit, he also inspected the 4.2km road upgrading works and the replacement of water pipes by Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd, which became necessary following a pipe burst incident prior to the start of construction.
“Although there is a slight delay, this additional work is essential to ensure an uninterrupted water supply for Miri City and to prevent future road damage,” Nanta said.
