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Upon completion, the Gardez-Khost Road will provide a Western-standard road from Kabul into the heart of Khost Province near the Pakistan border. |
The condition of the Gardez-Khost Road at the project start-up was a combination of unimproved roadway and partially graveled or paved surfaces. Overloaded trucks and an under-designed road have contributed to extensive damage over many years of constant use, with frequent flooding by spring run-off and localized rainstorms often making the road impassable.
The road follows a river canyon and is characterized by high embankments overlooking the route. Various small settlements are found at intervals along this road.
Upon completion, this road will be a natural extension of the 122-kilometer Kabul to Gardez Road, completed under the USAID-funded Rehabilitation and Economic Facilities Services (REFS) program. The project will provide a Western-standard road from Kabul into the heart of Khost Province near the Pakistan border.
Current Activities:
IRP construction activities under this task order closed in November 2011.
Accomplishments:
Map: Gardez to Khost Road
Video: Reconstructing the Gardez-Khost Road: Challenge and Impact
News:
Repairs to the Ghurki Khaley Bridge Made Just in Time
Emergency Repair Work at Gerdi Seri Keeps the Road Open
IRP Conducts Bid Opening for Reconstruction of Gardez-Khost Road
Winter Maintenance along the Gardez-Khost Road Saves Lives and Supports Stability
Topographic Survey Generates Jobs for Afghans
Local Leaders Pledge Support for Construction of Gardez-Khost Road
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