The Mora Bridge, located in the vicinity of Toka and Yakarinta villages in the North Rupununi Wetlands of Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) has been repaired, and is again usable following emergency works done on the substructure.
Repairs became necessary following major damage done to the bridge by a Brazilian truck laden with corn, which broke a beam and fell off the bridge while attempting to cross. Later, two other trucks caused more damage, and eventually rendered the bride impassable.
The repaired Mora Bridge
The Public Works Ministry awarded a $12M contract to Lumber King Enterprises, which began work on August 5.
The repairs entailed replacing all damaged beams and installing new deck planks and running boards.
