Project Overview and Impact
The Mexican Government’s Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) announces that the four-lane expansion of 12 kilometers on the Federal Road 186 Macuspana-Escárcega has reached a remarkable 98% completion.
- The project connects the states of Campeche and Tabasco, benefiting approximately 760,000 residents by enabling faster and safer travel.
- Improved transportation will enhance access to essential services, including education and healthcare.
- The modernization of this 250-kilometer route, part of the Macuspana-Escárcega corridor in the Mexico-Puebla-Progreso trunk line, will boost local economic opportunities.
Investment and Employment
With a total investment of 210 million Mexican pesos (mdp), the project is divided into annual tranches due to its complexity, considering factors like soil type, slopes, and material volumes.
In 2025, progress was made on the first 12 kilometers in Tabasco, nearing completion. The road is designed to withstand heavy rainfall typical of the region, ensuring a 1,000-year return period.
Given the area’s climate and terrain, engineers used 50-centimeter rock terracing and pedraplén, along with a durable sealant to ensure the structure’s longevity—more than 10 years without maintenance.
Regional Progress
In Campeche, a 4-kilometer expansion is underway with an 84% completion rate. This includes two interchanges at kilometers 293+960 and 294+550, enhancing connectivity and road safety in the state’s southern region.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Macuspana-Escárcega road expansion project? It’s a 210 million Mexican pesos (mdp) initiative to modernize and expand 12 kilometers of the Federal Road 186, connecting Campeche and Tabasco.
- Who is responsible for the project? The Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) of the Mexican Government.
- What are the benefits for local residents? The project offers faster, safer travel, improved access to essential services, and boosts local economic opportunities.
- How many jobs does the project generate? The Macuspana-Escárcega road expansion project generates around 30,000 jobs, positively impacting thousands of families and contributing to community development.
