Hanoi elevated highway to open for traffic
Sunday, 21/10/2012 19:18 (GMT+7)
(CPV) – On October 21, the elevated highway linking Mai Dich and the north of Linh Dam, stretching nearly 9 kilometres, will officially open to traffic.
The highway is part of the Belt Road No.3, a project which will play a significant role in dealing with traffic jams for the area within the city.
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Construction of the elevated highway from the north of Linh Dam to the Mai Dich overpass was kicked off in June 2010 |
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The project, with total investment capital of VND5.55 trillion financed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the state budget, is expected to be complete in the first quarter of 2013 |
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The elevated highway section through the Thang Long Avenue and Tran Duy Hung Street. |
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A part of the elevated highway section by Keangnam Tower in the Trung Hoa urban area. |
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The elevated highway is 24 meters wide with four lanes. |
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The support structure for the elevated highway is very firm. |
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Grass and decorative trees are being planted on the land underneath, creating an environment-friendly green space. |
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Workers were completing the final touches. |
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At the junction point with the Mai Dich overpass, the final work was being completed to prepare for the opening to traffic on October 21./. |