Bridge restoration in Aguas Buenas begins design phase

Aguas Buenas Mayor Karina Nieves Serrano

By The Star Staff

Aguas Buenas Mayor Karina Nieves Serrano announced Thursday that the La Charca Bridge reconstruction project has begun its first phase, with the awarding and signing of the contract to begin design and planning work for the project.

“This is great news. After identifying and announcing the funds allocated with support from state and federal agencies a few months ago, today we can announce another step forward, as part of the commitment we made to our people for such an important project,” Nieves Serrano said. “The design project for the reconstruction of the La Charca Bridge has already been awarded. Every project we promote aims to meet the needs of all Aguabonenses.”

The firm G. Burgos Professional CSP was selected through a public bidding process, while the investment for the first phase of the project is $466,034. The initial phase will include the technical studies and planning that will lead to the construction of a modern, resilient bridge that will strengthen road safety and protect the community during heavy rains, given that the rising river impacts the mobility of thousands of families who are left isolated.

The mayor said the bridge renovation is part of her administration’s efforts to transform the infrastructure in the eastern-central mountain town for the benefit of its citizens.

“Beginning the design of this permanent project, which the people of Aguas Buenas have been waiting for for decades, is a major step forward,” she said.

Once the design process is complete, the next stages of construction will begin in the restoration of an essential route for residents who rely on it for their daily activities.