President Luis Abinader inaugurated a four - lane highway expansion at the entrance to Samaná Province, a land on the Dominican Republic’s northeastern Atlantic coast, primarily encompassing a lush tropical peninsula known for its dramatic landscapes, pristine white sand beaches, mountainous terrain, eco - tourism, humpback whale migration, the expansive Los Haitises National Park with mangroves and caves, and the 171 - foot El Limón Waterfall.
This strategic infrastructure project was designed to improve traffic flow, boost tourism and benefit more than 110.000 residents. The expansion, led by the Ministry of Public Works and Communication (MOPC), features significant upgrades to enhance safety and connectivity for the region.
The project included road widening to four lanes, full asphalt rehabilitation, upgraded drainage systems, road lighting, sidewalks, and improved access points.
The modernization enhances road safety, reduces travel time, and improves connectivity between communities, positioning Samaná as a strategic tourism and logistic hub in the country.
Key features of the project include:
• Expansion and Rehabilitation: The entrance was widened to four lanes (two in each direction) and underwent full asphalt rehabilitation.
• Infrastructure Upgrades: The project includes improved, modern drainage systems to handle heavy rainfall.
• Improved Safety and Lighting: Enhanced Road lighting has been installed to improve visibility, along with improved signage and sidewalks for pedestrian safety.
• Urban Access: The project features improved urban access points, facilitating easier, more direct travel into the city of Samaná.
• Strategic Connectivity: The road is part of a broader initiative to connect the Samaná Peninsula with major tourist areas and improve access to the region’s main destinations.
• Impact: The expansion reduces traffic congestion at the entrance and directly benefits over 110.000 people.
President Abinader highlighted that the initiative forms part of a broader development plan that includes port projects, urban renovations, and land titling programs aimed at boosting investment and economic growth.
Authorities emphasized that the upgraded road infrastructure will facilitate access to key tourist destinations, improve transportation of goods, and support sustaoinable tourism expansion, reinforcing Samana’s role as a leading destination in the Caribbean.
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