The West Belt Road in Buôn Ma Thuột, connecting two major roads, 10/3 and 30/4, in Đắk Lắk province, was constructed with a total investment of over VND 640 billion. In late 2022, VND 9.5 billion was spent on repairing and upgrading this road.
However, recently, multiple sections of this expensive road have started to deteriorate, causing difficulties for commuters and vehicles.
The stretch of road from the intersection of the West Belt Road and Hà Huy Tập Street towards the starting point at km710+750 (near the Saigon Beer Factory in Đắk Lắk) has seen its surface lose structure, with numerous potholes and ruts appearing.
Along the sides of the road, numerous potholes pose a threat to road safety.
A previously reinforced section of the road now has new and larger potholes after heavy rains.
In addition, extensive cracking, subsidence, and peeling of the asphalt surface have created uneven and bumpy sections, directly impacting the movement of vehicles.
The peeling and waterlogging of the road surface not only pose safety risks but also negatively impact the urban aesthetics.
This West Belt Road in Buôn Ma Thuột accommodates a large volume of traffic daily, mainly consisting of large-capacity trucks.
“On rainy days, the visibility is reduced, and water-filled potholes hide deep holes, making it challenging for vehicles to navigate, especially at night,” shared Phạm Tấn Viên, a 30-year-old long-distance truck driver from Đắk Lắk.
The West Belt Road in Buôn Ma Thuột, stretching over 14 kilometers, was developed by the People’s Committee of Buôn Ma Thuột City (formerly) with construction starting in November 2009 and completion in November 2017.
On February 1, 2019, the Đắk Lắk Provincial People’s Committee allowed the road to be opened to traffic, with a warranty period until April 2019.
In late 2022, the People’s Committee of Buôn Ma Thuột City approved a budget of VND 9.5 billion for the repair and upgrade of this road. However, recently, multiple sections of the road have shown signs of deterioration, posing safety risks to commuters.
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