Bridge in Mangaan, Santol, La Union Inaugurated on Valentine's Day

2025-February-14

» A 50-meter long bridge was inaugurated on a Valentine's Day in Brgy Mangaan, Santol La Union as part of the bridge component of the Santol–San Gabriel (La Union)–Kapangan (Benguet) Road project.

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New Bridge in Santol, La Union Launched to Strengthen Trade and Services

The inauguration of the newly constructed 50-meter bridge Santol–San Gabriel (La Union)–Kapangan (Benguet) Road, La Union in Barangay Mangaan, Santol, La Union on February 14, 2025 marks the launching to strong trade and social services on upland communities and heighten ties between Region 1 and Cordillera Administrative Region.

The bridge, designed to improve transportation and connectivity, features three spans of 15 meters, 20 meters, and 15 meters, supported by two piers and two abutments for enhanced structural stability. The project also includes Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement on the approaches, measuring 52.40 meters (Approach A) and 83.40 meters (Approach B )along with slope protection measures to prevent erosion and ensure long-term durability. The completed bridge is expected to stimulate economic activities in the region by providing a shorter, faster, and more cost-effective transport system not only in the town of Santol and San Gabriel, La Union, but it will play a vital role in strengthening trade and business ties between Ilocos Provinces and Benguet Province, as well as across Regions I and CAR.

Senator Imee R. Marcos who spearheaded the groundbreaking before led the inauguration, which was also attended by Santol Mayor Magno A. Wailan, who initiated the feasibility study for the implementation of the Basic Infrastructure Program (BIP), Construction of Road, Santol–San Gabriel (La Union)–Kapangan (Benguet) Road, La Union (Package 4) (Bridge Component).



Beyond economic benefits, the bridge is also designed to uphold environmental integrity and structural safety, ensuring that development remains sustainable for the years to come.

The completion of this bridge marks another step forward in the government’s efforts to enhance regional infrastructure, improve mobility, and support economic growth. With better road networks and safer passage for residents and businesses, the project is set to make a lasting impact on the development of La Union and surrounding provinces.



With a contract amount of Php 118,799,113.97, the project was implemented by Regional Office I headed by Regional Director Ronnel M. Tan.