The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a portion of the Baguio City Bypass Road Project, aiming to significantly reduce traffic congestion along Major Mane and Kennon Road.
Newly completed segment covers 0.44-kilometer of the 4.374-kilometer bypass road. This section features widened curves, concrete retaining walls, open canal for water drainage, sidewalks, curb, and gutter, which collectively improve road safety and prevent soil erosion in the steep, mountainous terrain.
In a report to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, the DPWH Baguio City District Engineering Office (DEO), highlighted that the project will greatly enhance transportation, alleviate traffic congestion, and shorten travel time by 50-60 percent compared to current routes passing through crowded city streets.
“The completion of this project will provide commuters and travelers easier access to more convenient transportation routes to and from the area,” said District Engineer Rene F. Zarate.
The newly-constructed portion received funding of P92.6 million under the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), bringing the total project allocation of P593.7 million since 2017. Remaining segments of the project will require an amount of P118.5 million to complete.