DPWH completes Flood control structure in Guimaras town

Residents living near the river in Brgy. Suclaran, San Lorenzo, Guimaras are now protected from risk of flood and water overflow during rainy days with the construction of a flood control structure implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Guimaras District Engineering Office.

District Engineer Rhodora B. Nuñal said the recently completed project amounting to P8.9 million involved the construction of 366-lineal meter concrete revetment wall resting on concrete foundation along Langab River in the said town.

“This flood control structure is timely as it would help prevent the adverse effect of massive flood and water overflow especially that rainy season is approaching, protecting the lives and properties of the people living near the river,” Nuñal said.

Nuñal added that the flood control is located in the boundary of Brgy. Suclaran and Brgy. San Enrique in San Lorenzo town, hence, benefiting approximately 30 households located near this flood prone area.

“Aside from fishing, most residents in these communities depend on small-scale farming and livestock as their source of income, thus, with the completion of the flood control structure, their livelihood would be protected,” she added. (DPWHR6/RPAIO)