Sarawak’s 704m Teku-Pasai Siong-Kemuyang elevated arch eyes Southeast Asia’s longest title

By DayakDaily Team

SIBU, Oct 8: Sarawak eyes a new engineering milestone with a 704-metre elevated arch rising across swampy terrain in Sibu, targeting the title of Southeast Asia’s longest elevated arch upon completion.

Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR) Director Datu Dr Cassidy Morris said the innovative structure was designed specifically to overcome soft ground conditions and the risk of settlement in the swampy area.

“Building a road over swampy ground is not merely a challenge; it demands bold and innovative engineering solutions.

“At Jalan Teku/Pasai Siong, Sibu, this challenge is being addressed through the construction of a 704-metre ‘Elevated Arch Structure’ spanning a swampy area.