Santa Cruz de Tenerife 21 Feb. (Europa Press) –
The Cabildo de Tenerife, via the roads department, will conclude the improvements to the channel of the ravine of the shepherds as it intersects with the TF-31, in the Martiánez district of Puerto de la Cruz, by the end of March.
The Roads Minister, Dámaso Arteaga, clarifies in a statement that these works, entailing an expenditure of 600,000 euros, have been impacted by the severe rainfall in recent months which resulted in delays in the project.
Arteaga specifically emphasises, “we acknowledge that, whenever there are heavy rainfalls, the road endures the effects akin to a waterfall caused by the runoff along with stones and various sediments from the ravine of the shepherds, creating a hazardous environment for the 20,000 to 25,000 vehicles and pedestrians that pass through depending on the specific section and season of the year.”
Moreover, Arteaga mentions that the project involves “constructing a reinforced concrete framework so that the water can flow over the road and the adjacent pedestrian walkway, thereby preventing damage to the roadway.”
The minister further remarked that “these works are somewhat complex and necessitate the closure of the access road from Martiánez to ensure public safety.”
This entails a diversion of traffic, he noted, prompting the Cabildo to urge all drivers to remain vigilant regarding the signs and guidance provided by road personnel until the project is completed.”
The construction commenced with the installation of 24 micropiles, followed by the fabrication of the frame, which will be entirely constructed from reinforced concrete.
Consequently, it will comprise a depth of 1 meter throughout the entirety of the structure supported by two retaining walls.
The inner wall (mountain side) will reach a height of 8.5 meters with a thickness of 80 centimetres, whereas the outer wall (sea side) will measure 6.5 metres in height with a thickness of 60 centimetres. Both walls will be embedded one metre below the current surface level.
In addition, the roof slab will have a thickness of 80 centimetres and a drainage channel will be created for water flow, featuring a clear width of 8.10 metres and a height of 1.5 metres.
The integration of the channel with the terrain will be accomplished by respecting and adapting to the existing topography of the slope, after it has been cleared.
Following the completion of the essential work for the channelisation of the ravine, the asphalt pavement and horizontal markings will be reinstated prior to reopening the route to traffic.
