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Traffic Control on Gwangan Bridge (Yongho-dong → Centum City) Due to Connection Work Between Gwangan Bridge and New Ramp Bridge

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The Busan Metropolitan City Construction Headquarters announced that, due to the “Gwangan Bridge Access Road Connection Project,” one of the three lanes on Gwangan Bridge (direction: Yongho-dong → Centum City) will be closed from July 14 to December 31.

○ This construction is part of the ongoing Gwangan Bridge Access Road Connection Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Centum City area of Haeundae-gu. It involves connecting a new ramp bridge to the existing access section of Gwangan Bridge.

○ The project is currently about 80% complete, and if the connection work progresses smoothly, the new section is expected to open by the end of 2025 as originally scheduled.

The traffic control will be implemented to secure a safe workspace and prevent accidents involving construction workers and moving vehicles. Work will include:
▲ Demolition of the existing access section of Gwangan Bridge
▲ Installation of new expansion joints
▲ Special pavement work using L.M.C* (Latex Modified Concrete)
▲ Installation of safety facilities

*L.M.C (Latex Modified Concrete): A special concrete that mixes rubber-based latex with conventional concrete to enhance strength and prevent cracking.

○ To ensure driver visibility and safety, one of the three lanes (Lane 3) will be closed for approximately 160 meters, starting about 480 meters before the Centum City Underpass entrance on Gwangan Bridge (Yongho-dong → Centum City direction).

To minimize inconvenience, the Construction Headquarters plans to inform as many citizens as possible through electronic traffic signage and Busan Traffic Broadcasting (TBN).

Kim Hyo-sook, Director of the Construction Headquarters, stated, “We ask for your understanding and cooperation regarding the lane closure, which is necessary due to the challenging work conditions on the elevated structure and our commitment to preventing safety accidents. We also kindly request safe driving during the construction period.”