SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union (PIA) – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Ilocos Region recently completed two vital infrastructure projects in La Union to enhance road safety and accessibility in the province.

DPWH-La Union First District Engineer Jose Ginete, Jr. said the newly-completed projects were the 192-linear-meter concrete dike along Baroro River in Sta. Rosa village in San Juan and the 483-meter farm-to-market road linking Barangays Pao Sur and Pao Norte in this city.

Ginete said the P49 million Baroro River dike intends to curb flood risks during heavy rainfall and prevent soil erosion, ensuring the safety of residents and communities along the riverbanks.

Meanwhile, the P4.9 million farm-to-market road project in San Fernando City now enhances access for farmers to local, regional, and national market centers, eventually improving economic opportunities for the agricultural community.

The completion of the farm-to-market road has improved the travel time for residents and farmers, making transportation more efficient and accessible.

Ginete emphasized the crucial role of farm-to-market roads in enhancing agricultural productivity and improving the livelihoods of farmers.

“These developments underscore DPWH's commitment to bolstering disaster-resilient infrastructure and improving transportation connectivity in La Union, contributing to a safer, more prosperous environment for its residents and farmers,” said District Engineer Ginete.

Both projects were funded under the 2023 General Appropriation Act. (JCR/AMB/PIA Region 1)