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Reactivation of the works on the National Route 5 Highway, a long-standing demand by users. The most important aspects are detailed below: Description of National Route 5: National Route 5 extends from Luján (Buenos Aires) to Santa Rosa (La Pampa), connecting the City of Buenos Aires with the capital of La Pampa along almost 600 kilometers. Problems solved by the continuation of the highway: Road safety: The route is highly traveled and has been the scene of numerous accidents, some of them fatal. The construction of the highway seeks to significantly reduce the risk of accidents and improve safety for all users. Traffic flow: The transformation into a highway will allow for more fluid and agile traffic, reducing travel times and improving connectivity between the cities and towns it passes through. Regional development: Improving road infrastructure will facilitate the transportation of agricultural and livestock production, boosting the economic development of the region. Construction details of the reactivated work: At this stage, the National Highway Authority will carry out works that will connect the cities of Mercedes (where the highway currently ends) with Suipacha, over a 20-kilometer stretch. The news does not specify technical details about the works, but it is understood that they will include: Construction of a dual carriageway: A second carriageway will be built to transform the section into a motorway, separating the directions of traffic. Additional works: Additional works such as signage, lighting, construction of shoulders and drains, among others, will be carried out to ensure the safety and proper functioning of the highway. Previous situation and context: The work had been halted since February 2024, when the construction company lifted the construction site. The reactivation, although it covers a limited stretch of 20 kilometers, is considered an important step towards the completion of the highway. Beneficiaries: The project will directly benefit thousands of residents living in the 13 cities in the provinces of Buenos Aires and La Pampa that the route passes through, as well as hundreds of thousands of drivers and trucks that use it daily. In summary: The reactivation of the works on the National Route 5 highway represents an important step forward in terms of road safety, traffic flow and regional development. Although the current stage focuses on a 20-kilometer stretch between Mercedes and Suipacha, it is expected to contribute to improving traffic conditions and reducing the risk of accidents on this important communication route. The news does not mention the construction companies in charge of the work. |
