PAMPANGA — Motorists using the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) should prepare for partial lane closures at the Tulaoc Overpass in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, starting Monday, January 12, 2026, to allow for critical bridge rehabilitation and safety upgrades.
The NLEX Corporation announced the schedule on January 10, 2026, as part of the ongoing NLEX Rehabilitation Project to ensure the structural integrity of aging overpasses along the expressway.
Closure Schedule & Details
- Affected Area: Tulaoc Overpass (Northbound and Southbound lanes)
- Duration: January 12 to March 31, 2026 (approximately 2.5–3 months)
- Work Hours: 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily (nighttime only to minimize traffic disruption)
- Lane Setup:
- One lane will remain open in each direction during work hours.
- Full closure of one direction possible for short periods (with detour signage).
- Detour Routes (when needed):
- Northbound: Exit at Angeles, use MacArthur Highway, re-enter at Dau.
- Southbound: Exit at Dau, use MacArthur Highway, re-enter at Angeles.
NLEX advised commuters to:
- Plan trips outside peak hours.
- Use alternative routes (e.g., SCTEX, MacArthur Highway) during the closure period.
- Follow signage and obey traffic enforcers.
The rehabilitation includes concrete repairs, steel reinforcement, drainage improvements, and expansion joint replacement to extend the overpass lifespan and ensure safety.
This is part of NLEX’s broader infrastructure maintenance program to keep the 84-km expressway safe amid increasing traffic volume.
Here are visuals of the Tulaoc Overpass, typical NLEX night works, and detour signage examples.
Plan your trips accordingly — drive safely!