On 20/7, observations along national highway 19 through Mang Yang and Dak Doa districts revealed numerous damaged sections, with peeling asphalt requiring removal and resurfacing. Some stretches show continuous patching, posing safety risks to road users.
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Construction crews remove and replace damaged asphalt. Photo: Tran Hoa |
Construction crews remove and replace damaged asphalt. Photo: Tran Hoa
According to the Mang Yang Commune People's Committee (CPC), the drainage system near Linh Nham bridge and other sections is ineffective. This causes flooding in homes, carrying soil, rocks, and debris, disrupting daily life and businesses located at the end of the drainage line. Additionally, some drainage ditches and sidewalks have been constructed poorly, hindering pedestrian movement.
The Dak Doa CPC also reported subpar asphalt surfacing on some road sections, with peeling occurring after the first rains of the season.
On Nguyen Hue street, the road surface is now higher than the sidewalk after the upgrade. This prevents proper drainage, leading to water overflowing onto the pavement. Some damaged drainage ditch covers have not been replaced promptly, creating a safety hazard.
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A section of the highway through Mang Yang commune shows extensive damage. Photo: Tran Hoa |
A section of the highway through Mang Yang commune shows extensive damage. Photo: Tran Hoa
The commune authorities have requested an independent quality assessment of the asphalt concrete surface. If it fails to meet standards, they advocate for complete removal and reconstruction according to proper specifications.
Ha Anh Thai, deputy director of Gia Lai's Department of Construction, confirmed that the investor has been urged to address the damage thoroughly. "The project hasn't been handed over to the province for maintenance yet, so the responsibility lies with Project Management Unit 2," Thai stated.
A representative from Project Management Unit 2 (Ministry of Construction) stated that contractors are currently focused on temporary repairs during the rainy season. Once the weather improves, they will remove the old asphalt and resurface all substandard sections.
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National highway 19 is covered in patches just 7 months after completion. Photo: Tran Hoa |
National highway 19 is covered in patches just 7 months after completion. Photo: Tran Hoa
The national highway 19 upgrade project spans over 143 km, with a total investment of over 3,600 billion VND. Construction began in 6/2021. The road was widened from 6-9 m to 11-14 m, reducing travel time from 6.5-7 hours to about 5 hours. The project was completed at the end of 2023.
