Motorists traveling between Mandaue City and Cebu City are expected to experience heavier traffic starting May 12, 2026, as the partial closure of Subangdaku Bridge along Mahiga Creek begins for its rehabilitation project.
According to Hyll Retuya, only half of the bridge will initially be closed, specifically the northbound lane near Innodata, as part of a phase-by-phase rehabilitation aimed at addressing flooding in the area.
Retuya said the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (Team) has already issued a traffic advisory, warning motorists that traffic will worsen on the first day of implementation.
“We expect traffic because it’s the first day of the partial closure,” Retuya said.
Under an agreement between the Cebu City Transportation Office (CTTO) and Mandaue City, vehicles coming from Cebu City going to Mandaue will continue to pass directly through the bridge, while those from Mandaue going to Cebu City will be rerouted via alternative roads. According to Retuya, motorists can take Logarta Avenue, S.O. Albano Street near Atlantic Hardware, Gatewalk on Ayala Road, and Panagdait.
He also clarified that only modern PUJs and traditional jeepneys will be allowed to pass directly to Cebu City due to their fixed routes.
“We understand that jeepneys cannot be easily diverted because they have fixed routes, so only they are allowed to pass directly,” he said.
Other vehicles such as motorcycles, taxis, V-hires, and buses must use alternative routes.
Retuya also warned that motorcycles using the restricted exit lane will be apprehended by CCTO personnel deployed in the area.
Traffic enforcers will also be stationed under the Subangdaku flyover and at other access points to guide motorists and prevent unauthorized passage.
Two lanes of the bridge will remain open: one for vehicles entering Mandaue from Cebu City, and one for limited traffic flow.
Retuya said Cebu City-bound traffic is given priority because Cebu City has fewer diversion routes compared to Mandaue.
The rehabilitation project under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) includes elevating certain parts of the bridge to address frequent flooding in the area.
According to Retuya, the DPWH and contractor have committed to completing the project by November 2026.
