PHOTO: Final Inspection

Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) President and CEO Arnel Paciano D. Casanova (second from right) confers with Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Director for Central Luzon Antonio Molano, Jr. (second from left) during the  final inspection of the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) Bailey bridge  that links to the Pasig-Potrero Bridge. Looking on are  DPWH Director Jose C. Ong (left) and BCDA Manager for SCTEX Services Joshua M. Bingcang (right). With the completion of the Bailey bridge, the Clark-Porac segment of the SCTEX was officially opened to motorists last 10 September 2013 at 2:00 p.m. The Bailey bridge is now open to Class 1 or light vehicles only.  After stabilization of the support base of the Bailey bridge, given favorable weather conditions, it is targeted to be open to Class 2 and Class 3 vehicles in the next two weeks.  This is being done to ensure the safety of the motorists. The 49-meter Bailey bridge was completed by the DPWH and BCDA in a span of nine days. The SCTEX plays a vital role in the socio-economic growth and development of Central Luzon being the main artery in the delivery of goods and services in the region.