FLOOD CONTROL. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Caraga Region completes two flood control projects worth PHP270.2 million in Santiago, Agusan del Norte. The projects aim to protect residents in low-lying areas near Barangays Poblacion 1 and La Paz. (Photo courtesy of DPWH-13)
BUTUAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways in Caraga Region (DPWH-13) announced Monday the completion of two river protection projects in Santiago, Agusan del Norte.
The projects, designed to mitigate flood risks in riverside communities, particularly in Barangays Poblacion 1 and La Paz, aim to safeguard lives and properties, DPWH-13 said in a statement.
The flood control structures along the Aciga and Kalinawan Rivers were built at a combined cost of PHP270.2 million.
The first project, a 390-meter concrete dike along the Aciga River from Poblacion 1 to the Kalinawan River in La Paz, was completed for PHP144.75 million.
The second project, a 257-meter structure along the Aciga River in Poblacion, cost PHP125.45 million.
DPWH-13 Regional Director Pol Delos Santos said the new flood control systems will also protect agricultural lands from flooding, especially during the rainy season. (PNA)
