Tan Ky Tan Quy Bridge is now open to traffic.

(NLĐO) - The Tan Ky Tan Quy Bridge has officially opened to traffic, fulfilling its mission of connecting transportation, reducing congestion, and contributing to the completion of inner-city infrastructure.

On the morning of January 21st, the Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Construction Project Management Board for Transportation Works (Transportation Board) held a ceremony to inaugurate the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge in Binh Tan district.

The ceremony was attended by Ms. Tran Kim Yen, Member of the Standing Committee of the City Party Committee and Head of the City Party Committee's Inspection Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, and Mr. Bui Xuan Cuong, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City.

The Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge in Binh Tan district opened to traffic this morning.

At the bridge opening ceremony, Mr. Trinh Linh Phuong, Deputy Director of the Transportation Department and the project's investor, stated that this project was approved by the Department of Transportation with a total investment of 491.7 billion VND. The bridge was newly constructed using reinforced concrete, replacing the old one. It has a length of 385m, a width of 16m, and four lanes, with 1.5m wide pedestrian walkways on both sides.

The project also includes service roads on both sides of the bridge, 367.4m long and 7m wide, along with a drainage system, lighting, and landscaping. The starting point is at the intersection of Tan Ky Tan Quy Road and National Highway 1A, and the end point is at the intersection of Tan Ky Tan Quy Road and Ma Lo Road. Construction commenced on June 20, 2024, and was completed on schedule.

The new Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge replaces the old bridge, built before 1975, which had deteriorated and subsided in August 2016.

Initially, the project was implemented under the BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) model from 2016, but in 2022, the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee decided to terminate this method and switch to public investment. Compensation, support, and resettlement, with a total budget of 190 billion VND, faced many difficulties, but thanks to the decisive leadership of the Binh Tan District government and the consensus of the people, the land was completely handed over by October 2024.

The opening of the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge not only resolves traffic congestion but also effectively connects National Highway 1A to the center of Ho Chi Minh City, contributing to the completion of the transportation network and promoting socio -economic development. The project also plays an important role in connecting the southwestern area of ​​the city with Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Bui Xuan Cuong emphasized the important role of 2025 – the final year of the 2021-2025 term – in accelerating the progress and completion of key transportation projects, contributing to resolving traffic congestion and serving socio-economic development.

Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, Bui Xuan Cuong, delivered a speech at the road opening ceremony this morning.

Mr. Bui Xuan Cuong highly appreciated the efforts of the relevant units in resolving legal and technical obstacles when converting the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge project from a BOT to a public investment model, as well as the consensus of the people in handing over the land, ensuring the project's progress. In addition, the synchronization of technical infrastructure such as undergrounding the power grid and connecting with the Tham Luong - Ben Cat - Rach Nuoc Len canal renovation project has been effectively implemented.

In 2025, Ho Chi Minh City will prioritize strategic transportation projects such as Ring Road 2, Ring Road 3, Nguyen Khoai bridge and road, and many other important works. According to Mr. Bui Xuan Cuong, this affirms the city's determination to improve infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for its citizens.

Mr. Luong Minh Phuc, Director of the Transport Department, said that many key projects will be accelerated and construction will continue throughout the Tet holiday to serve the people. In particular, 10 packages of the Ring Road 3 project and 6 packages at the An Phu intersection will continue to be implemented during the holiday period.

Mr. Luong Minh Phuc, Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Transportation Department

"While everyone else is returning to their hometowns for Tet (Lunar New Year), our workers have accepted celebrating Tet away from home – this is a great sacrifice, and the Transportation Department is extremely grateful and appreciative."

Mr. Luong Minh Phuc emphasized that this is a special gift from engineers and workers in the transportation sector to the people of Ho Chi Minh City on the occasion of the Year of the Snake (2015).

Here are some photos of Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge this morning:

The project was approved by the Department of Transport on May 26th with a total investment of 491.7 billion VND, including 178 billion VND for construction costs, approximately 190 billion VND for land compensation and clearance, and other expenses.

The project also includes access roads on both sides of the bridge, each 367.4m long and 7m wide, along with a drainage system, lighting, and landscaping.

The opening ceremony for the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge took place this morning.

The new Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge replaces the old bridge, built before 1975, which had deteriorated and subsided in August 2016.

The car crossed the Tan Ky Tan Quy bridge this morning.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/tp-hcm-thong-xe-cau-tan-ky-tan-quy-196250121104658325.htm