NLEX's annual roadwork maintenance in full swing

Motorists who frequently travel along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and Subic Clark Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) may be surprised to see more roadworks being done by NLEX Corporation in the next couple of days. This comes after the company announced that its annual road maintenance program is now in full swing to provide motorists with a more convenient travel experience.

With NLEX Corporation recently increasing its toll fees, a portion of the toll fees paid by its users are already earmarked for the said maintenance works. NLEX Corporation says asset maintenance has always been an integral part of the company’s operations and is key to upholding its commitment to operating safe roads and providing excellent customer service.

“Safety and convenience must go hand in hand to maintain a high level of customer experience. While we have frequent inspections and repairs to prevent serious road damage, this comprehensive maintenance program is being done annually to improve the quality of our roads and enhance motorists’ safety,” said J. Luigi Bautista, NLEX Corporation president and General Manager.

Last month, the tollway company started its annual pavement repair program which targets to cover the 63,195.80 sqm section of NLEX and 39,201.14 sqm section of SCTEX. Some sections of the expressways will undergo asphalt resurfacing, whereas areas with minor damages will go through patchwork repairs. The rehabilitation is expected to last until September 2024.

A total of 9 bridges and overpasses were also successfully repaired to maintain their reliability. These include Canumay Overpass, Malis II Farm Crossing, Pritil Farm Crossing, Del Carmen Farm Crossing, San Rafael Overpass, Dalisdis Overpass, Suclaban Farm Crossing, Old Angeles Interchange, and Capaya Overpass.

Meanwhile, the 720-meter Pasig-Potrero Bridge continues to be strengthened which serves as a vital link for SCTEX motorists traveling between Subic and Clark. Back in the middle of 2023, the bridge was temporarily closed to the public due to lahar flow that damaged the infrastructure - forcing motorists to take alternate routes. It was reopened to the public a few months later after repairs were conducted.

NLEX also assures the public that while these maintenance works are ongoing, traffic management and safety measures are in place to ensure motorists’ safety and minimize travel delays.