In 2016, Thai Department of Rural Roads (DORR) is going to start the US$1.64 billion (THB 49bn) 36-month construction of Thailand's first suspension bridge between Samut Prakan's Muang-Phra Samut Chedi districts.
According to Deputy Transport Minister, Prasert Chanruangthong, the suspension bridge will span 1km across the Chao Phraya River.
Upon completion, the new bridge is anticipated to ease traffic woes in Samut Prakan by 20%. The bridge project is progressing to the detailed design and environmental impact assessment, after completing its initial design.
Besides the bridge, DORR will also construct a new linking road that will stretch 57km between Samut Prakan and Samut Sakhon's Muang district.
The combined land and expropriation project cost is expected to reach THB 7.9bn.
According to Deputy Transport Minister, Prasert Chanruangthong, the suspension bridge will span 1km across the Chao Phraya River.
Upon completion, the new bridge is anticipated to ease traffic woes in Samut Prakan by 20%. The bridge project is progressing to the detailed design and environmental impact assessment, after completing its initial design.
Besides the bridge, DORR will also construct a new linking road that will stretch 57km between Samut Prakan and Samut Sakhon's Muang district.
The combined land and expropriation project cost is expected to reach THB 7.9bn.
