Lives and properties are now protected against flooding with the completion of a 305-meter river wall constructed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Barangay Solana, Jasaan, Misamis Oriental.
According to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, similar projects will be carried out all over the country, as part of the agency’s efforts to lessen the impact of La Niña in coastal communities and low-lying areas.
“This project will protect around 4,500 residents who used to suffer from flooding brought by the overflow of Solana River especially during rainy season,” said DPWH Region 10 Director Zenaida T. Tan.
Implemented by DPWH Misamis Oriental 2nd District Engineering Office, civil works of 77.2-million project include excavation, installation of grouted riprap, structural steel sheet piles, reinforcing steel, structural concrete, and hand-laid rock embankment.
Aside from protecting the community and their sources of livelihood, the project will also contribute in the preservation of Solana Bridge and the Sailfin Lizard Critical Habitat from detrimental effects of flooding.