Tag: DPWH

  • DPWH Pushes Forward with Infrastructure Projects in Manila and Muntinlupa

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced ongoing drainage and rehabilitation projects in Manila and Muntinlupa. The DPWH-North Manila District Engineering Office (NMDEO) and DPWH-Las Piñas Muntinlupa District Engineering Office (LPMDEO) have detailed their plans through social media updates. In Manila, the construction of drainage systems will commence on the southbound inner…

  • President Marcos Jr. Seeks to Restore Funding for Critical Infrastructure Projects Amid Budget Cuts

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is actively working to reinstate funding for essential infrastructure projects managed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), which faced substantial budget reductions in the 2025 national budget. During a recent Cabinet meeting at Malacañang, Marcos highlighted the significant shortfall in the DPWH’s budget, which was cut from…

  • DPWH Initiates Urgent Repairs on Rain-Damaged Sections of Daang Maharlika in Quezon

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in the Calabarzon region has begun emergency repairs on the Daang Maharlika national highway in Quezon province. The repair work targets sections in Pagbilao, Atimonan, and Calauag, which have suffered significant damage due to continuous heavy rainfall from the shear line. Arianne Apellido, the regional public information…

  • Partial Road Closures on ADB Avenue to Enhance Safety Until February 2025

    MANILA – Starting this week, ADB Avenue will experience partial closures as part of a collaborative effort between the Department of Transportation, the Department of Public Works and Highways, and the Ortigas Center Association, Inc. to improve road safety. The initiative includes the enhancement of pedestrian crossings and the installation of speed tables aimed at…

  • ADB Avenue to Undergo Safety Enhancements with Partial Closures Until February 2025

    MANILA – Starting this week, ADB Avenue will experience partial closures as part of a comprehensive safety upgrade initiative led by the Department of Transportation, the Department of Public Works and Highways, and the Ortigas Center Association, Inc. The project, aimed at improving pedestrian safety and accessibility, includes the enhancement of pedestrian crossings and the…

  • Biliran Bridge Awaits Funding for Urgent Repairs

    The Biliran Bridge, a crucial link between Biliran province and Leyte mainland, is in dire need of repairs, with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Biliran eagerly awaiting a PHP30-million budget allocation from the central office. The bridge, which has been showing signs of wear and structural issues, is essential for residents…

  • Enhanced P122.49-M Roadway Improves Travel Between Iloilo Municipalities

    The newly upgraded road, costing PHP122.49 million, has significantly enhanced connectivity and reduced travel expenses between the towns of Sta. Barbara and New Lucena in Iloilo. The Department of Public Works and Highways announced the completion of this vital infrastructure project on January 13, 2025. The project involved the asphalt paving of a 5.28-kilometer stretch…

  • New Floodwall Enhances Safety for Samar Town Residents

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently finalized a flood control project along the Gandara River in Barangay Minda, Gandara town, Samar province. This initiative aims to shield the local community from the devastating impacts of floods. The project, a 200-meter long and three-meter high floodwall, also features a pedestrian pathway with…

  • New Flood Control Measures Enhance Livelihood in Marinduque

    Residents of Barangay Bamban in Boac, Marinduque, are experiencing a significant uplift in their daily lives thanks to a newly completed flood control structure. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) finished the project in late 2024, aiming to mitigate the severe effects of frequent flooding in the area. According to a report to…

  • Marcos Administration Prioritizes EDSA Rehabilitation and Flood Control in 2025

    The Marcos administration has set its sights on the rehabilitation of EDSA, Metro Manila’s main artery, as a key project for 2025, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan emphasized the need to enhance the road’s condition, stating that the project aims to improve the overall riding experience…