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Lima Opens Accessible Pedestrian Bridge at Km 38 of Panamericana Sur

The S/6.5 million project delivered by BSF under Obras por Impuestos contrasts with official warnings about neglected bridges elsewhere.

Overview

  • The 40‑meter bridge in Punta Hermosa entered service on November 14 and was formally inaugurated by Mayor Renzo Reggiardo.
  • The span features universal‑access ramps, wide sidewalks, urban bus stops and traffic signage to support safer, organized crossings.
  • Municipal estimates say more than 23,000 people cross this stretch daily, with the bridge intended to reduce pedestrian risk on a high‑speed corridor.
  • BSF Almacenes del Perú executed the work through the Obras por Impuestos mechanism at a cost exceeding S/6.5 million.
  • The Defensoría del Pueblo reports serious deficiencies on at least six other pedestrian bridges in Lima, citing rusted railings, damaged steps and cracked bases, and has urged immediate repairs.