BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya (PIA) -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the construction of two major infrastructure projects that are designed to mitigate flooding in low-lying barangays in Nueva Vizcaya.

These completed projects include the P60 million flood control structure in Barangay Macate in Bambang town and the P50 million flood control facility in Barangay Bonfal Proper in Bayombong

Both projects were established along the portions of the Magat River stretch to serve as protection for residents from severe flooding, especially during the rainy season and during the occurrence of strong typhoons.

“These projects mark a significant stride in Nueva Vizcaya's ongoing quest to hasten the completion of its infrastructure projects and to ensure resiliency of the projects against the unpredictable forces of nature,” Engineer Marifel Andes, DPWH district engineer said.

She said the Bambang flood control project spans 510 linear-meter rubble concrete revetment with anchorage, embankment, gabions, and mattresses. It is also composed of spur dikes and reinforced concrete pipe culverts drainage. 

On the other hand, the project in Bayombong town involves the construction of a sturdy 512 linear-meter rubble concrete structure, featuring anchorage, embankment, mattresses, gabions, and spur dikes.

Andes said the projects were funded through the agency’s regular infrastructure programs for the year 2023.

“Beyond flood control and prevention, these structures provide advantages for the community, securing homes, agricultural lands, and critical infrastructure along the Magat River," she said.

Flooding and landslides are the major threats to Nueva Vizcaya as a landlocked province, especially during strong and prolonged rains and typhoons. (OTB/BME/PIA Nueva Vizcaya)