Progress on Clay-Thoma Kor Bridge Construction

• 12 February 2025
• Local News
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The construction of the temporary steel bridge across the Mekong River at Clay-Thoma Kor is progressing steadily, with 5.40% of the work completed, as reported by His Excellency Phan Rim, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport.

Currently, the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) is actively working on the western side of the temporary bridge, measuring 271 metres in length, which accounts for 51% of the bridge’s total length of 533 metres. Preparations are also underway on the eastern side, where a temporary bridge measuring 554 metres is set to be constructed, with necessary materials and machinery being deployed.

HE Phorn Rim emphasised the significance of the temporary steel bridge, which will facilitate the drilling and laying of the foundation for the upcoming concrete bridge. This critical infrastructure project aims to enhance connectivity between the 3rd Ring Road and the Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway.

Located in the Dee Khet commune of Kien Svay district and the Thoma Kor commune of Lvea Em district, the Clay-Thoma Kor Bridge is vital for improving economic, transportation, and social links between the southern and eastern regions of Phnom Penh. It will connect Xi Jinping Boulevard (City Ring Road 3) with Road No. 1 and the eastern access to the Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway.

The Clay-Thoma Kor Bridge, designed as a concrete structure, will span 1,600 metres with a width of 26 metres. The project also includes a 2,100-metre connecting road on both sides, featuring a 10 cm thick AC pavement, one interchange, and two underpasses.

The bridge construction is part of the Fund for Support of Development Partners and commenced on 7 June 2023. The project is projected to take 48 months, with completion aimed for the end of 2027. (Read more)

• Road and Infrastructure