Soon drivers will experience a new bridge crossing over Quebrada Honda River in Mora Canton, located in western San José Province, the Ministry of Transportation announced.

According to the ministry, the private company Procon was hired to install a prefabricated Bailey bridge to ensure continuous traffic on Route 239.

The agreement for more than $233,000 includes the construction of a bridge of 36.57 meters long and 4.2 meters wide. Additionally, the new bridge columns resist the passage of vehicles over 40 tons.

The construction also includes repairs to the highway between the districts of Rodeo and Piedras Negras, located in the same canton.

While the bridge is being built, a pedestrian bridge will be installed this week allowing people to cross the river and travel on public buses to Puriscal Canton.