North-South Highway Expansion – Moneague to Ocho Rios
Parish: St. Ann & St. Catherine
Category: Roads & Infrastructure
Status: Ongoing
Expansion of the existing highway to improve traffic flow and reduce travel time between Moneague and Ocho Rios. The project includes widening from 2 lanes to 4 lanes, resurfacing, installation of drainage systems, pedestrian walkways in populated areas, and landscaping upon completion.
Project Timeline
- Start Date: 10 February 2025
- Planned Completion Date: 30 November 2025
- Revised Completion Date: —
- Progress: 45% complete
Government Agency Overseeing
- Agency Name: National Works Agency (NWA)
- Website: www.nwa.gov.jm
Financials
- Total Budget: J$ 2,800,000,000
- Amount Paid to Date: J$ 1,400,000,000
- Funding Source: Government of Jamaica – Infrastructure Development Fund
Scope of Work (Expected Deliverables)
- Widening road to 4 lanes (10 km stretch)
- Installation of pedestrian walkways in populated areas
- Installation of drainage and sewage systems along the route
- Road signage and markings
- Landscaping and beautification on completion
Public Ratings & Reviews
- Overall Project Rating: 3.8/5
Criteria Ratings:
- Timeliness: 3.5/5
- Quality of Work: 4.0/5
- Communication with Public: 3.8/5
- Community Impact: 4.0/5
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