Manila South Road Diversion Road underpass opens in Lucena City —DPWH

The Department of Public Works and Highways has completed a P245-million underpass along the Manila South Road Diversion Road in Lucena City, Quezon. Public Works Secretary Mark A. Villar, on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 opened the project to vehicular traffic with a ceremonial drive-thru and unveiling of a project marker. DPWH

Public Works Secretary Mark A. Villar on Wednesday opened the Manila South Road Diversion Road underpass in Lucena City, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways, marked by a ceremonial drive-thru and unveiling of a project marker.

The P245-million project is expected to ease traffic congestion along Daang Maharlika Route, delivering faster and safer travel for motorists, the department said.

“At least 70% of motorists that will traverse the intersection will benefit from the completion of this project. The remaining 30%, on the other hand, is expected to pass through the service road,” Villar noted.

The project was funded by the 2017 and 2018 General Appropriations Act (GAA), amounting to P100 million and P145 million, respectively. —VDS, GMA News