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Davao’s iconic Bucana Bridge project now 73% complete

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The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said the construction of the 1.34-kilometer Davao River (Bucana Bridge) is expected to be completed by the third quarter of 2025.

Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain said the overall completion rate of the project is now at 73 percent with current activities now centered on the bridge’s superstructure.

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The bridge will connect the eastern and western coastal areas of Davao City, providing a major alternate route to alleviate traffic congestion in the city center and improving access to key areas across the metropolis.

Sadain said the agency is intensifying construction to meet ahead of the target completion date by the end of November 2025, marking 24 months since notice to proceed was issued to contractor China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC).

“Although recent rains in Mindanao have posed some challenges, we are confident that the Bucana Bridge will be finished ahead of schedule. Our project engineers and the contractor are committed to expediting the work,” said Senior Undersecretary Sadain.

The Bucana Bridge is a four-lane, six-span extradosed bridge with advanced structural features, designed to complement the Davao City Coastal Road. It will significantly enhance mobility and connectivity within the greater Davao area.

With a total contract cost ofP₱3.126 billion, the project is funded under a China Aid Grant complemented by funding from the Philippine government and incorporates a modern design that allows for navigational clearances, ensuring the smooth passage of maritime traffic along the Davao River.

Once completed, the Bucana Bridge will accommodate up to 35,000 vehicles daily, improving traffic flow and reducing congestion in Davao City’s coastal areas.

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