The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed the construction of P48.7 million Caraycaray-Calumpang Road and slope protection structure in Sitio Lupa, Barangay Calumpang, Naval, Biliran province, addressing the long-standing issue of unstable road section in the area.
DPWH Eastern Visayas Director Edgar Tabacon said the Caraycaray-Calumpang Road served as an important link to government centers in Barangays Calumpang and Larrazabal, particularly for travelers coming from the Biliran-Naval Road Section.
“The road’s location beside a ravine leading to a nearby river, made it highly susceptible to landslides, often causing road closures usually after a period of heavy rainfall,” Tabacon said.
To address these risks, the DPWH implemented the concreting of 323 lineal meters of road and a slope protection structure that measures a total of 290 lineal meters.
This improvement not only prevents frequent costly repairs due to road collapses, but also increases capacity with the construction of an additional lane for motorists.
The project was implemented by DPWH Biliran District Engineering Office with funding from the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA).