Governor Hazem El-Ashmouni of Al-Sharqia announced the reopening of Al-Saghah Bridge in Zagazig City, following the completion of repair and maintenance work on the section leading from Azeraa Road to Al-Saghah Square, which allows for the resumption of traffic flow.
This came during his inspection tour today to ensure the completion of the work and the return of traffic flow on the bridge. The governor listened to a detailed explanation from Engineer Mohamed Wasfi, the executive manager of the company executing the work, which is affiliated with the General Authority for Roads and Bridges. Wasfi explained that the repair and maintenance work on the bridge has been completed. This included pouring seven upper slabs, laying asphalt layers, repairing the curbs, and pouring the barriers separating the two directions. Additionally, the iron barriers on both sides of the bridge were repaired, restored, and painted.
The executive official added that the work included installing signs indicating the permissible vehicle weights, along with height restrictions at the bridge entrance to prevent heavy trucks from crossing, This aims to direct overweight trucks to designated alternative routes, thus protecting the bridge structure and extending its lifespan. Furthermore, traffic lanes were planned, and sustainable safety measures were implemented to ensure smooth traffic flow and the highest levels of public safety.
Governor of Sharqia praised the efforts of the implementing companies, the General Authority for Roads and Bridges, and the governorate's executive body for the swift completion of the repair and maintenance work. He commended their adherence to the approved technical and engineering specifications for repairing and maintaining bridges and traffic arteries, and for completing the work according to the established schedule. This ensures the bridge's continued efficiency and the safety of citizens.
The Governor emphasized that Al-Saghah Bridge is a vital traffic artery experiencing heavy daily traffic, serving the movement of citizens traveling from the northern districts of the governorate to Zagazig and vice versa, thereby contributing to alleviating traffic congestion on the city's main streets and roads.
The governor praised the role of the traffic department in organizing traffic flow and creating alternative routes within the streets of Zagazig, which contributes to reducing traffic congestion and facilitating the movement of vehicles and citizens during the bridge repair and maintenance work.
During the tour, the governor met with a number of citizens who expressed their happiness at the rapid completion of the bridge repair and maintenance work and the return of traffic, they thanked the governor and the executive body for their continuous monitoring of the work and the application of the highest structural safety standards to protect the safety and lives of citizens before reopening the bridge to traffic.
The governor also inspected the development and beautification work underway at Al-Saghah Bridge Square, implemented by the Housing Directorate, this work includes upgrading the square, installing curbs and interlocking paving stones, painting and lighting, preparing waiting areas for citizens, replacing the marble, and maintaining the fountain. He stressed the need to complete the development work and adhere to standard specifications to give a beautiful and modern touch to citizens and visitors, as it is one of the main entrances to the capital.
The governor was accompanied on the tour by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Moaty, the deputy governor; Engineer Ahmed Fawzy, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Roads; Brigadier General Tamer Mobasher, Director of the General Traffic Department of Sharqia; Mr. Shaaban Abu El-Fotouh, Head of Zagazig City and District; Mr. Amr Mostafa, Head of Zagazig First District; Mr. Mohamed Abu Hashem, Head of Zagazig Second District; Mr. Mohamed El-Sayed, Director of the Field Monitoring Department at the General Office; Engineer Mohamed Salah, Director of Projects at the Directorate; Engineer Mohamed Wasfy, Executive Manager of the implementing company; and a number of representatives from the company executing the works.