Ho Chi Minh City to launch emergency repairs on Nguyen Van Linh intersection after major road damage
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have ordered emergency repairs at the Nguyen Van Linh–Nguyen Huu Tho intersection after drivers reported major road surface damage, including potholes and subsidence, city officials said on Monday.
A vehicle drives over a damaged section on the Nguyen Van Linh–Nguyen Huu Tho underpass in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Photo: Chau Tuan / Tuoi Tre
The Transportation Works Construction Investment Project Management Authority of Ho Chi Minh City (TCIP) said it had instructed contractors to begin temporary resurfacing on Tuesday and conduct full repairs on September 21–22.
Dozens of potholes and depressions, some exceeding 20 cm in depth, have appeared in the underpass areas.
Surface-level lanes show signs of asphalt cracking and deformation, disrupting traffic flow and posing safety risks, according to TCIP.
Potholes and road surface damage are seen on Nguyen Van Linh Street next to the underpass in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Photo: Chau Tuan / Tuoi Tre
Temporary repairs are expected to be completed by September 26, with the full restoration of surrounding road sections targeted for completion by September 30.
The affected portion of the Nguyen Van Linh route is part of a larger underpass project transferred to TCIP in 2020.
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction said it has issued multiple requests urging the completion of the repairs.
Continued delays may prompt administrative review, the department added.
Bao Anh - Chau Tuan / Tuoi Tre News