NLEX waives toll fees amid Marilao bridge repairs

Updated Mon, March 24, 2025 at 10:22 AM Published Fri, March 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon ordered NLEX Corporation to waive toll fees for motorists on the northbound expressway from Balintawak to Marilao, effective March 24 at 12 noon.

This toll relief will continue until all four lanes of the Marilao northbound area are reopened.

The measure aims to alleviate traffic congestion caused by damage to the Marilao interchange bridge, which was struck by an 18-wheeler truck exceeding the vertical clearance on March 19.

The incident resulted in severe damage to two bridge girders, necessitating their replacement.

NLEX Corporation has agreed to expedite repairs, aiming to reopen all four lanes by 11 p.m. on Friday, March 28, after Dizon pushed for completion within a week.

Lanes two and three near the Marilao bridge remain temporarily closed for repair work.

The truck driver and owners face charges for reckless imprudence resulting in damage to property.

The Toll Regulatory Board has also requested an explanation from NLEX regarding potential penalties for allowing the truck to pass.

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