Lima Municipality inaugurates remodeled major road in San Martín de Porres, benefiting over 600,000 residents

The Metropolitan Municipality of Lima has completed and inaugurated the significant renovation of Avenida 12 de Octubre in the San Martín de Porres district. This infrastructure project, executed by the Metropolitan Investment Fund (Invermet), aims to enhance both vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow in northern Lima.

The upgraded avenue covers a one-kilometer stretch between Avenida Antúnez de Mayolo and Angélica Gamarra. The investment for this transformation totaled approximately 16 million soles, with a construction period of 180 calendar days. The renovated infrastructure now features a more modern, secure, and sustainable design. It includes two lanes in each direction, each 3.30 meters wide, paved with durable asphalt. A new traffic light system, along with updated horizontal and vertical signage, has been installed to improve traffic management.

Beyond the roadway, the project focused on improving the pedestrian experience and public spaces. High-resistance concrete sidewalks and curbs were constructed to facilitate movement and enhance safety. Additionally, the municipality incorporated green areas through landscaping and installed urban furniture, including trash bins and information panels. Lima authorities stated that this intervention is expected to reduce travel times and lower vehicle maintenance costs for daily users, forming part of a broader plan to strengthen urban infrastructure across the metropolitan area.