Mexico State bridge construction advances 21%, to benefit 2 million

Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico State – The construction of the Peñón-Texcoco–Periférico elevated vehicular bridge has achieved 21% progress in its foundation work, just one month after commencing operations.

Officials from the State of Mexico's Ministry of Mobility (Semov) conducted a supervisory tour of the project, which is a key component of the Eastern Zone Integral Plan. This initiative was promoted by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo in collaboration with Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez.

The bridge's main structure will span 300 meters, with an additional 400 meters for access ramps and descents. It will feature four lanes of traffic, two in each direction. Technicians are currently installing 170 piles, each reaching depths of 30 to 33 meters, tailored to the local soil conditions. The project is expected to benefit 2 million residents and manage an average daily traffic flow of 53,000 vehicles.

Juan Hugo de la Rosa, Secretary of Mobility, emphasized the project's priority status within the "2026, Year of Works in the State of Mexico" strategy. He stated that the bridge will significantly improve connectivity between the Peñón-Texcoco highway, the Periférico Oriente, Avenida Oceanía, the Circuito Interior, and the Mexico City International Airport. Officials also stressed the strong inter-institutional coordination among federal, state, and municipal governments, as well as Mexico City authorities, in advancing this crucial infrastructure.

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The bridge represents a direct intervention to reduce travel times, decongest and improve connectivity with the country's main airport.