19/06/2026 09:12 - Actualidad
Vista aérea de autopista en construcción con desvíos de tráfico, maquinaria amarilla, conos naranjas y señalización. Puente Don Bosco visible en segundo plano, montañas de Mendoza al fondo, cielo despejado.
Mendoza, Argentina's premier wine region located at the foothills of the Andes, has implemented a 200-meter bypass at the Don Bosco bridge on the East Access (Provincial Route 22). This strategic corridor connects the department of Maipú—one of Mendoza's most important agricultural districts—with the provincial capital, Ciudad de Mendoza (Greater Mendoza).
The measure was taken after detecting critical traffic bottlenecks that affected thousands of commuters since the start of major remodeling works. The original detour toward the South Collector Road created a severe congestion point at the intersection with Don Bosco lane.
Governor Alfredo Cornejo ratified an agreement to pave 26 kilometers of the North and South Collector Roads of the East Access through Decree 1149, published in the Official Bulletin.
The project will benefit the districts of Coquimbito, Rodeo del Medio, Fray Luis Beltrán, and San Roque—all historic wine-producing areas within Maipú department—improving their connectivity with downtown Mendoza and the metropolitan area.
| Funding Source | Percentage | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mendoza Province | 70% | USD 7 million |
| Maipú Municipality | 30% | USD 3 million |
| Total Investment | USD 10 million | |
Important: Provincial funds are not a loan and do not need to be repaid by the Municipality, as determined by legal authorities.
Serpa to Cervantes
90 days of work
Total closure of main eastbound lane
Lamadrid to Las Margaritas
45 days of work
Works on West-East direction
200 meters enabled
From 18/06/2026
Temporary return to main road
The Undersecretary of Infrastructure and Territorial Development, María Teresa Badui, explained that technical decisions are prioritized daily to optimize traffic flow without compromising user safety.
Sources: El Nueve | Diario El Sol | Mendoza Post
Alfredo S. Quiroga
