RECONSTRUCTED MODEL OF UNELEVATED AND UNPASSABLE BRIDGE FOR VEHICLES IN PHASE 3B, BAGONG SILANG, CALOOCAN CITY
Keywords:
unelevated bridge, unpassable bridge, phase 3b, bagong silang, caloocan city, infrastructure issue, vehicular access, community safety, reconstruction model, transportation barrier, public recommendationAbstract
The newly reconstructed bridge in Phase 3B, Bagong Silang is designed with improved functionality, accessibility, and purpose. Unlike the previous structure, the new bridge accommodates light vehicles such as motorcycles and e-jeeps. It also prioritizes inclusivity by removing the staircase, allowing persons with disabilities and senior citizens to cross safely and comfortably without physical strain, thus providing a more efficient and user-friendly passage for all. The study adopted a quantitative-descriptive research design and used purposive sampling. A survey questionnaire served as the primary instrument to evaluate the acceptability of the proposed bridge reconstruction based on materials used, durability, structural integrity, bridge design and foundation, and overall presentation. Statistical tools, including frequency, percentage, weighted mean, rating scale, F-test, and T-test, were employed to analyze the data and identify significant differences in responses between the two groups of participants. The results showed that the proposed bridge model was rated “Highly Acceptable” across categories, including materials, durability, structural integrity, design, foundation, and presentation. Civil Engineers assigned an overall weighted mean of 3.36 (variance = 0.029), while Structural Engineers gave a mean of 3.34 (variance = 0.174). The calculated t-value of 0.079 with 198 degrees of freedom was below the critical value of 1.972 at the 0.05 significance level, indicating no significant difference between the two groups’ assessments and supporting the model’s acceptability. To enhance the success of the proposed project, the researchers recommend seeking guidance from professionals with relevant experience. Additionally, respondents suggested practical improvements, such as placing a sign on the bridge stating “For light vehicles and pedestrians only,” installing streetlights to improve nighttime visibility, and reevaluating the thickness of the support columns to ensure greater structural stability and safety.
