Attention, Magdalena Medio: Passage on the bridge connecting Barrancabermeja and Yondó is reopened

This Friday, March 20, 2026, the Concesionaria Ruta del Cacao reported that traffic on the Bucaramanga – Barrancabermeja highway, which connects...

Attention, Magdalena Medio: Passage on the bridge connecting Barrancabermeja and Yondó is reopened

TL;DR

  • The Ruta del Cacao concession has reopened the Bucaramanga-Barrancabermeja highway.
  • The reopening follows the resolution of a scouring issue on the Guillermo Gaviria Correa bridge, which occurred on March 16th.
  • The bridge's closure caused significant disruptions to traffic and the transport of goods, particularly for the oil industry and regional commerce.
  • The repair work was a collaborative effort involving the concession, local authorities, and Ecopetrol.
  • Users are advised to follow traffic management instructions for safety.