'Wando Inter-Island Bridge' Fails Three Bids... Assemblyman Jo Inho Urges Swift Commencement

Concerns Over Delays for the 2.05km Soan–Gudo Bridge Project
Major Initiative With 185.8 Billion Won Investment
"Preemptive Action Is Urgent"

Jo Inho, a member of the Gwangju-Jeonnam Integrated Metropolitan City Council (Democratic Party of Korea, Wando District 2), has taken proactive steps to expedite the commencement of the Soan–Gudo Inter-Island Bridge construction project, which has faced repeated challenges after three consecutive failed bids.

According to the city council on September 12, Assemblyman Jo held a meeting the previous day with road policy officials to closely review the progress of the Soan–Gudo bridge construction project and to discuss future measures.

Assemblyman Jo Inho held a meeting with officials from the Road Policy Division to review the progress of the Soan-Gudo inter-dike bridge construction project and to discuss focused future measures. Provided by Gwangju Metropolitan Council, Jeonnam Province

This project is a major infrastructure expansion initiative that connects Hoenggan-ri in Soan-myeon to Gudo in Nowha-eup, Wando-gun. With a total project cost of 185.8 billion won (50% funded by the city and 50% by the county), it aims to construct a 2.05 km section that includes a 1.35 km maritime bridge.

However, with three consecutive bidding failures, concerns are mounting about potential project delays. In response, Assemblyman Jo used the meeting to conduct a thorough analysis of the fundamental causes behind the bidding failures and strongly called on the executive branch to provide active administrative support and take preemptive measures to ensure the project proceeds without disruption.

Jo stressed, "The Soan–Gudo Inter-Island Bridge is more than just a structure linking islands—it is a vital infrastructure that significantly expands the right to mobility for residents of Soan, Nowha, Bogil, and other nearby islands, while also connecting key resources for daily living, healthcare, education, and tourism. Swift commencement and steady progress are urgently needed so that the long-held wishes of local residents are not delayed any further."

He added, "Given that this is a key project requiring substantial taxpayer funding, we must thoroughly examine every potential variable that may arise during the implementation process. The council will do its utmost to work closely with all relevant agencies and ensure the project can move forward according to the original plan."

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