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Mega investment to revitalize BR-317, which connects Brazil to Bolivia, aims to improve safety for drivers on this highway and help boost the Brazilian economy and trade

Written by Ruth Rodrigues
Published 24/09/2024 às 20:49
Revitalization of BR-317, with an investment of R$3,5 million, strengthens the border between Brazil and Bolivia, boosting trade and regional development.
Source: Gov.br

Revitalization of BR-317, with an investment of R$3,5 million, strengthens the connection between Brazil and Bolivia, boosting trade and regional development.

an important investment R$3,5 million was allocated to the revitalization of BR-317, a key highway on the border between Brazil and Bolivia. This stretch of highway, which runs between the cities of Xapuri and Epitaciolândia in Acre, is undergoing significant improvements and development. The services include resurfacing, replacing culverts and restoring signage, making the highway safer and more efficient for users. The work is being carried out by the National Department of Transportation Infrastructure (DNIT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation.

About BR-317

BR-317 plays a fundamental role in integration from the Northern Region of Brazil. The road connects not only the state of Acre, but also facilitates traffic to the state of Amazonas.

Epitaciolândia, which is close to the Bolivian city of Cobija, has an intense commercial relationship with the neighboring country.

Investment in the highway is a strategy to improve this connection, favoring trade and the flow of people and goods between the two countries.

In addition to resurfacing, several development actions are being carried out along a larger segment of the highway, covering approximately 93 kilometers.

Services include deep patching, pothole filling and soil restoration in areas affected by erosion. Cleaning of drainage devices and mowing are also part of the maintenance plan.

These improvements are aimed not only at driver safety, but also at road durability and development.

Regional development and investment

BR-317 is more than just a highway. It is a vital route for the development economic center of the entire region and marks the border between Brazil and Bolivia.

The road facilitates activities such as livestock farming, pig farming, agriculture and poultry farming. In addition, it contributes to tourism, especially in areas with geoglyphs, which attract visitors and boost the local economy.

The strategic location of the highway is on the border with other nations, which starts in Porto Acre and passes through cities such as Senador Guiomard, Rio Branco and Brasiléia, is a highlight.

The final stretch of BR-317 leads to Assis Brasil, a municipality located on the triple border between Brazil, Peru and Bolivia.

This geographical position makes the highway even more important, as it connects Brazil to two neighboring countries across the border.

Actions for continuous improvement

DNIT has implemented several actions to development to ensure that BR-317 continues to meet the needs of users.

The current investment is part of an ongoing effort to keep the border’s road infrastructure in good condition.

Maintenance and recovery services are essential to avoid future problems, such as potholes and erosion, which can compromise the safety and efficiency of traffic at the border.

Furthermore, the recovery of signage is a crucial aspect for driver safety. Proper signage helps reduce accidents and makes it easier to navigate the road.

The importance of this investment in development is even more evident on a highway that serves as a gateway for international trade.

The importance of investing in BR-317

O investment The R$3,5 million investment in BR-317 reflects the importance of this highway in connecting the border between Brazil and Bolivia. The road not only promotes the economic development of the region, but is also vital for the integration of Northern Brazil.

The services carried out, including resurfacing, replacing manholes and restoring signage, are essential to ensure traffic safety and efficiency.

Investment in road infrastructure development is a priority to ensure that BR-317 continues to be an important border route between countries and a facilitator of regional trade.

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Valdemi
Valdemi
26/09/2024 20:05

Remembering that it is the trans-Pacific, integrating the maritime region of Peru.

Edezio dos Santos
Edezio dos Santos
27/09/2024 09:57

They are improving access to mega drug dealers. And Brazilian roads are being left in ruins.

Jose Roberto Pantoja
Jose Roberto Pantoja
29/09/2024 18:10

And the Transamazonica? Huge stretches, dividing cities, which are fundamental for regional integration have never been paved. We are also part of an immense Brazil.

Ruth Rodrigues

Graduated in Biological Sciences from the State University of Rio Grande do Norte (UERN), she works as a writer and scientific disseminator.

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