San Ramón, Costa Rica — November 2025. The section of Route 1 in Cambronero, closed since October 4 due to a major landslide, is nearing the end of its emergency reconstruction phase. The collapse occurred in the area known as Vuelta del Cristo, where intense rainfall triggered a structural failure over 100 meters long. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) had closed the road as a precaution, preventing any casualties.

Emergency Works and Progress

The National Highway Council (CONAVI) coordinated the installation of a 69.5-meter modular Bailey bridge as a temporary solution to restore traffic flow. The project is now in its final stages, with crews completing the approach fills, dismantling auxiliary structures used during assembly, and performing final adjustments to ensure safe passage.

Authorities have announced that the road will reopen in the coming days, likely during the first half of November, although no exact date has been confirmed.

Impact and Alternate Routes

The closure has significantly affected the connection between the Central Valley and the Pacific region—an essential corridor for freight, tourism, and daily mobility. While the road remains closed, the following alternate routes are in effect:

Light vehicles: Río Jesús – Piedra Blanca – Guadalupe.

Heavy vehicles: Route 27 (San José–Caldera).

Infrastructure and Climate Considerations

This event highlights the vulnerability of Costa Rica’s road infrastructure to extreme weather events, particularly during October, which has recorded above-average rainfall according to the National Meteorological Institute. The swift institutional response helped prevent a larger tragedy, but the country now faces the challenge of designing permanent, resilient solutions.

Public Recommendations

Travelers are advised to avoid the area until an official reopening announcement is made. For accurate and up-to-date information, consult only official sources such as MOPT and CONAVI, and avoid spreading unverified information.