The $18M bridge that is under construction at Pigeon Island, East Coast Demerara, will soon be completed.
The Government Information Agency (GINA) said in a release that residents are grateful for this new bridge which is expected to be completed by mid-next month. The previous bridge which was erected at a low level had proved problematic during the rainy periods.
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Kellawan Lall accompanied by Permanent Secretary Seewchan inspected the construction of the bridge last Friday.
It is being built to a dimension of 54 ft by 17 ft, with a 14 ft carriage way and a 3 ft walkway.
The old bridge was also unable to accommodate heavy-duty vehicles. However, the new one will be able to facilitate heavy-laden vehicles carrying a maximum of 25 tonnes, the release stated.
