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...
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.