Need to adjust traffic infrastructure in Trang Dai ward

Trang Dai Ward (Dong Nai Province) is a rapidly urbanizing area with a dense population and high traffic volume, putting a lot of pressure on traffic infrastructure. While many gateway routes and key intersections are often congested, local authorities are urgently reviewing and adjusting traffic organization to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow.

Nguyen Thai Hoc Street (Trang Dai Ward, Dong Nai Province) has been degraded for a long time, making it difficult for vehicles to move. Photo: Dang Tung

Infrastructure shortcomings and traffic congestion concerns

Trang Dai Ward currently has a relatively dense traffic network, connecting many neighboring areas, but the rapid population growth rate and high travel demand have caused most of the routes to be overloaded. Gateway axes such as Nguyen Thai Hoc, Bui Trong Nghia, Nguyen Van Tien, Nguyen Phuc Chu... are often congested during rush hours, becoming local traffic "hot spots".

Typically, Nguyen Thai Hoc Street was built in 2004, the road surface is only 6-8m wide and has not been upgraded synchronously for many years. Currently, the road surface is densely covered with "potholes"; when it is sunny, it is dusty, when it rains, it is muddy, posing a danger to road users.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Hong (living in Trang Dai ward) shared: “The road has been degraded for many years, we have repeatedly poured rocks and rubble to temporarily fill it, but it has been damaged again after a short time. Everyone hopes the road will be repaired soon to make traveling less difficult.”

Not only Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, gateway routes such as Bui Trong Nghia, Nguyen Phuc Chu or Nguyen Van Tien are often "overloaded" with traffic. During rush hours, the number of vehicles increases dramatically during school and work hours, causing the area to often be congested for long periods.

Mr. Nguyen Huy Hoang (residing in Trang Dai ward) reflected: "Whether turning onto Nguyen Phuc Chu or Nguyen Van Tien street, people still encounter traffic jams during rush hour. The gateway routes are currently too narrow, unable to meet the increasing travel demand. Just adding another stream of vehicles from another direction will cause congestion immediately."

In general, many branch roads in Trang Dai ward have deteriorated due to the sharp increase in traffic volume and the lack of a synchronized drainage system. Some sections often have stagnant water and are slippery, posing a risk of accidents when heavy trucks pass through residential areas. These shortcomings, combined with the high population density, make traffic increasingly complicated. The prolonged overload situation requires the locality to soon complete a comprehensive traffic planning.

Efforts to overcome difficulties from the government

Faced with the prolonged traffic congestion at the gateways, the authorities and functional forces of Trang Dai ward have synchronously deployed many measures to reduce congestion and ensure safety for the people. The immediate solutions are implemented in parallel with the long-term plan to review and upgrade infrastructure to gradually remove traffic congestion points.

On Bui Trong Nghia Street, the authorities have installed a sign prohibiting cars about 300m from Trang Dai intersection, applied from 5-6pm every day. This is the time when traffic density increases, coinciding with school and work hours, causing the road to often fall into a state of prolonged congestion. Restricting cars is expected to help effectively regulate traffic, reduce conflicts and create space for motorbikes and pedestrians to move safely.

On Nguyen Van Tien Street, signs prohibiting trucks of 2 tons or more have been installed, applied during 3 peak hours: 6-8am, 11am-1pm and 4-6pm. This regulation is based on actual traffic volume to limit the impact on production activities, but still significantly reduce traffic pressure at sensitive times. Drivers are advised to proactively choose alternative routes to avoid violations and contribute to maintaining order.

Along with traffic diversion, Trang Dai ward also mobilized forces to regularly clean and clear drainage on the following streets: Bui Trong Nghia, Nguyen Phuc Chu, Nguyen Van Tien to limit local flooding - a cause that can easily cause congestion when it rains. Households encroaching on the roadway and sidewalks were also reminded and encouraged to move to return the road surface to a clear one for vehicles.

Mr. Huynh Van Tuan, Vice Chairman of Trang Dai Ward People's Committee, said: The ward is coordinating with the Department of Construction to review the entire infrastructure, from which to establish a more synchronous plan to ensure smooth connection. Thereby, overcoming existing congestion points and gradually perfecting the traffic system to serve the people.

From July 1, the new Trang Dai ward was officially formed on the basis of merging Trang Dai ward of the old Bien Hoa city and Thien Tan commune of the old Vinh Cuu district. The new administrative unit has an area of ​​37.29 km², a population of more than 145,500 people, creating a large, populous area and playing an important role in urban development orientation.

The initial changes demonstrate the government’s determination to address the shortcomings of local transport infrastructure. Many people believe that the new measures have initially shown effectiveness, but only address the “tip of the iceberg” and need additional connecting routes for Trang Dai ward. In particular, the ward still needs long-term, synchronous infrastructure planning to move towards transport infrastructure that meets the long-term needs of people and businesses.

Dang Tung

Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/phap-luat/202512/can-dieu-chinh-ha-tang-giao-thong-tai-phuong-trang-dai-85e0131/