During his visit to the Region of Maule, the holder of the MOP announced that the new structure will start construction in May 2011. In parallel, the Secretary of State announced the contingency plan that will operate on Route 5 south for the weekend Bicentennial Independence Day. Public Works Minister, Hernan de Solminihac, today visited the stretch Route 5 South affected by the collapse of the bridge over the Rio Claro (in the Region of Maule), after the earthquake of 27 February. In the field, the authority announced the construction of a new viaduct, three tracks, which will replace the collapsed structure.
The old bridge, built in 1870, had two lanes in each direction and allow vehicle traffic from north to south. After the earthquake, the structure was completely destroyed, so that the concessionaire Autopista del Maipo (by the award of the Santiago-Talca) had to demolish it and convert the parallel bridge, which remained standing, in both directions.
As explained by the Minister, the new bridge will be 124 meters long, is located in the same place as the old bridge and will have three tracks. "The old bridge was only two lanes. The new bridge will increase to three roads. Thus, we are not only restoring the damaged, but rebuilt with better standards, as we instructed the President Sebastián Piñera, "he said.
is how the structure will have seismic reinforcement as beams and ceilings. The start of construction is referred to by January next year and construction is expected to last 16 months.
Contingency Plan
Due to the diversion created by the collapse of the bridge over the Rio Claro, for the weekend Fiestas Patrias (17, 18, 19 and 20 September) is expected to this point Route 5 presents a mixed picture for motorists.
"The traffic in this sector will be difficult, as passing motorists to travel from two to only one track in each direction, generating Atocha in this area," said De Solminihac.
For this reason, the minister announced that the MOP, together with police and the concessionaire Autopista del Maipo, coordinated a contingency plan to meet the exit of tourists from the capital to the area affected by the earthquake.
The plan envisages that 16 and 17 September, the transit through the bridge east river course is only for vehicles traveling southbound. Those traveling by road to the north should use a detour between Molina and Camaro, marked by police.
For the return of tourists, 20 September, the traffic court will operate in reverse, from 11:00 am to midnight.
"This traffic management allows us to unpack the bridge area. However, we appeal to users plan their trips, "said the minister.
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