en.Wedoany.com Report on Mar 23rd, Incheon City announced that it is advancing the construction of Wide-Area Municipal Road No. 60, which will connect the east-west road network of Ganghwa Island and link to the recently commenced Goyang-Ganghwa Expressway. This municipal road will extend from Seonwon-myeon, Sindong-ri, the endpoint of the Goyang-Ganghwa Expressway, to Seonwon-myeon, Naengjeong-ri, the endpoint of the currently under-construction National Road No. 84, with a total length of 3.67 kilometers. It is planned to be built as a four-lane road (two lanes in each direction). Upon completion, the project will establish a major east-west transportation corridor for Ganghwa Island, forming a cross-shaped road network pattern with the north-south National Road No. 84.

This municipal road aims to improve Ganghwa Island's transportation network and enhance regional traffic convenience. Incheon City plans to complete feasibility studies and basic design services by March next year, followed by implementation design and compensation procedures, with a target completion date of 2032. The city anticipates that with the opening of the Goyang-Ganghwa Expressway and this municipal road, Ganghwa Island's main arterial road network will be effectively connected, improving regional accessibility and making road travel more convenient for residents and tourists. Furthermore, the construction of this municipal road is expected to promote the development of Ganghwa Island's tourism resources and stimulate economic growth along its route.

Ganghwa Island is a significant historical, cultural, and tourist area of Incheon City, rich in natural landscapes and cultural heritage resources. Currently, traffic on the island primarily relies on existing national and provincial roads, which often experience congestion during peak hours. The construction of Wide-Area Municipal Road No. 60 will work in conjunction with the Goyang-Ganghwa Expressway, providing a new route option for accessing Ganghwa Island and alleviating pressure on existing roads. The specific investment amount for the project has not been disclosed in this announcement. Incheon City stated that it will actively proceed with subsequent administrative procedures to ensure the project advances according to plan.