BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 16. The construction progress of the 123.6 km long Horadiz-Jabrayil-Zangilan-Aghband highway (Zangezur corridor) has achieved 95 percent, Trend reports via the State Agency of Azerbaijan Automobile Roads.
The highway, the foundation for which was laid by the presidents of Azerbaijan and Türkiye, is a strategically significant project that contributes to the establishment of new economic, transport, and communication connections in the region.
Technical specifications and project details
The Zangezur corridor project is being built in accordance with modern standards and high-quality requirements. The total length of the highway is 149.9 km, with the main road being 123.6 km. The technical grade of the road is 1B, which allows for high speed and safe movement.
· The road's width: 14-21 meters
· Embankment width: 21.5-29.5 meters
· Number of traffic lanes: four to six.
Infrastructure components
The project includes the construction of the following engineering objects:
· 260 circular pipes (16,723 meters)
· 55 rectangular pipes (3,526 m)
· 55 underpasses (3,781 meters)
· 28 bridges (2,090 meters)
· Eight road junctions (26,336 m)
· 1,500 m retaining wall
· Three tunnels, with a total length of 12,032 meters
Construction and technologies used
The materials and techniques used in the road's construction are of high quality. The embankment works, leveling layers, and both the sub-base and top layers have already been completed for a significant portion of the road.
• Asphalt work: 950 000 m³
• Total volume of earthworks: 61.38 million m³
The above indicators are key factors that ensure the road’s durability and longevity.
Tunnels and bridges
Construction of tunnels, an essential component of the Zangezur corridor, has been mainly finalized as below:
• Tunnel T1: Left - 1,004 m | Right - 1,030 m
• Tunnel T2: Left - 1,809 m | Right - 1,838 m
• Tunnel T3: Left - 3,178 m | Right - 3,172 m
The drilling and shotcrete work in these tunnels has already been completed.
A total of 28 bridges will be built, 16 of which are water bridges and 12 are road bridges. The construction of 22 bridges has been completed, while work on six bridges is ongoing.
Additionally, the construction of 258 circular and 47 rectangular pipes, as well as 55 underpasses, has been finalized.
Importance and prospects
The Horadiz-Jabrayil-Zangilan-Aghband highway, which is part of the Hajigabul-Horadiz-Aghband-Zangezur corridor main highway, plays a crucial role in connecting other regions of Azerbaijan to the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.
The construction of the Zangezur corridor is not only an infrastructure project but also an essential part of regional integration.
This road will not only strengthen the transportation system but also serve as a vital tool for accelerating the economic development of the region and strengthening strategic ties.
The full opening of this project in the near future will open new horizons for the region.
