The Isabel Aguiar overpass, a significant infrastructure project in Santo Domingo, is officially set to open on Wednesday, October 8, following an 18-month construction period. Located at the intersection with 27 de Febrero, the overpass aims to address chronic traffic congestion in the Pintura zone. With a total cost exceeding 2 billion pesos, the project was meticulously supervised by Minister of Public Works Eduardo Estrella. The 480-meter structure is designed to accommodate 70,000 vehicles daily, facilitating smoother travel from Pintura to Plaza de la Bandera. The overpass features five lanes—three east-west and two west-east—constructed with reinforced concrete, New Jersey-type walls, and post-tensioned beam bridges, enabling vehicles to travel at 50 km/h without traffic lights. Additionally, the project is expected to reduce travel times between Santo Domingo Oeste, the south, and the National District by up to 40%, while providing direct connections to the 6 de Noviembre Highway and the 27 de Febrero Extension. Minister Estrella also announced that the overpass will be complemented by a trench at Plaza de la Bandera, slated for completion by mid-2026, offering a long-term solution to traffic woes. The construction was funded through the Aerodom contract, with a focus on timely payments and efficient execution.
Isabel Aguiar overpass to open Wednesday, improving traffic in Santo Domingo
