Table of Contents
- Four Old National Roads, 28.6km Renovation... Rebirth as Life-Centered Roads
- Gyeongbuk Gimcheon National Road No. 59: Improved Connectivity of Gimcheon~Gumi Living Axis
- Gyeonggi Anseong National Road No. 38: Alleviation of Frequent Traffic Congestion and Strengthening of Gyeongbu Expressway Connection
- Gyeonggi Yeoncheon National Road No. 3: Expectation for Revitalization of Tourism in Border Areas
- Jeonbuk Jinan~Muju National Support Local Road No. 49: Significant Improvement of Safety Environment for Rural Roads
- Conclusion: Starting Point for Regional Balanced Development and Safe Road Environment Creation
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Four Old National Roads, 28.6km Renovation... Rebirth as Life-Centered Roads
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced plans to gradually open four routes (totaling 28.6 km) connecting Gyeongbuk Gimcheon, Gyeonggi Anseong, Gyeonggi Yeoncheon, and Jeonbuk Jinan~Muju on August 4, 2025.
The sections to be opened include ▲ National Road No. 59 Gimcheon, ▲ National Road No. 38 Anseong, ▲ National Road No. 3 Yeoncheon, and ▲ National Support Local Road No. 49 Jinan~Muju section.
A total budget of 228.7 billion won has been invested in this project, which will contribute to alleviating traffic congestion in the area, enhancing the convenience for residents, and strengthening the road infrastructure's role in creating a safe living environment.
Gyeongbuk Gimcheon National Road No. 59: Improved Connectivity of Gimcheon~Gumi Living Axis
Opened on August 4, 2025, at 9 AM, the Gimcheon National Road No. 59 section is an 8.2 km road extending from Daegwang-dong to Gammun-myeon Taecheon-ri, which is a project that improves the curves of the existing road and significantly strengthens traffic safety facilities.
This road connects with the Gumi section (6.1 km) that was opened earlier this year, and it is expected to greatly enhance the convenience of travel between Gimcheon and Gumi.
This project started in October 2018 and is scheduled to be completed by October 2027, with a total project cost of 31.4 billion won. The road is designed for two lanes and will operate with improved alignment.
Gyeonggi Anseong National Road No. 38: Alleviation of Frequent Traffic Congestion and Strengthening of Gyeongbu Expressway Connection
The Anseong National Road No. 38 section, which will be temporarily opened on August 5 at 9 AM, extends 3.7 km from Manjeong-ri, Gongdo-eup to Sinryeong-ri, Daedeok-myeon. This road will be expanded to six lanes, contributing to resolving traffic congestion issues.
In particular, it is expected to reduce traffic jams between Gongdo-eup and Anseong IC and enhance accessibility to the metropolitan area including Pyeongtaek and Yongin. This road is expected to play a pivotal role in the core axis of industry and mobility.
This project has been ongoing since May 2017 and is scheduled to continue until August 2025, with a total budget of 75.5 billion won. Given the anticipated convenience in transportation, it is expected to have a positive impact on local residents.
Gyeonggi Yeoncheon National Road No. 3: Expectation for Revitalization of Tourism in Border Areas
On August 29 at 11 AM, the Yeoncheon National Road No. 3 will be opened. This section extends 6.9 km from Dosin-ri to Daegwang-ri, with plans to improve the road alignment and establish a new bypass to facilitate smoother traffic flow.
This area had previously narrow and winding roads, posing a high risk of traffic accidents. Therefore, improvements are expected to enhance not only tourism and economic activities but also pedestrian environments.
This project started in February 2020 and is expected to be completed by August 2025, with a total investment of 57.7 billion won. The road will be upgraded to two lanes, increasing safety.
Jeonbuk Jinan~Muju National Support Local Road No. 49: Significant Improvement of Safety Environment for Rural Roads
The Jeonbuk National Support Local Road No. 49 connecting Jinan and Muju was opened on August 30 at 10 AM. This road section extends 9.8 km from Daeryang-ri to Janggi-ri, and work has been done to improve the challenging mountainous terrain through tunnel construction and road widening.
Additionally, features include the establishment of rural safety infrastructure such as farming access road maintenance, widening road shoulders, and installing traffic lights and safety signs to protect elderly pedestrians. These improvements reflect the long-standing wishes of local residents, and it is expected to positively impact their quality of life.
This project is being conducted from July 2018 and is scheduled for completion by October 2025, with a total budget of 64.1 billion won. The road has undergone alignment improvements while being constructed as a two-lane road, which is expected to bring significant changes to the community.
Conclusion: Starting Point for Regional Balanced Development and Safe Road Environment Creation
The newly opened four routes hold significance that goes beyond simple transportation infrastructure expansion. Positive changes are expected in three important aspects: solving traffic problems in the region, enhancing connectivity between living areas, and ensuring safety.
A representative from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport stated, "We plan to continuously maintain aging roads that need to improve road congestion and safety," reiterating their commitment to the expansion of the main road network and balanced national development. These efforts are expected to provide local residents with a better quality of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Where are the four national roads opening in August 2025?
Gyeongbuk Gimcheon No. 59, Gyeonggi Anseong No. 38, Gyeonggi Yeoncheon No. 3, and Jeonbuk Jinan~Muju No. 49 will open.
Starting August 4, 2025, the four routes of Gyeongbuk Gimcheon's National Road No. 59, Gyeonggi Anseong's National Road No. 38, Gyeonggi Yeoncheon's National Road No. 3, and Jeonbuk Jinan~Muju's National Support Local Road No. 49 will be gradually opened. The total length is 28.6 km, and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport aims to renovate them as life-centered roads to relieve traffic congestion and create a safe environment.
Q. What are the main details and expected outcomes of the opening of Gimcheon National Road No. 59?
The 8.2 km section of Gimcheon No. 59 will see improvements in alignment and safety, enhancing connectivity between Gimcheon and Gumi.
The section of Gimcheon National Road No. 59 extends 8.2 km from Daegwang-dong to Gammun-myeon Taecheon-ri and features curve improvements and significant strengthening of traffic safety facilities. It is expected to greatly enhance the convenience of intercity travel between Gimcheon and Gumi by connecting with the section in Gumi that opened last year. The project, which started in 2018 and will continue until 2027, has a budget of 31.4 billion won.
Q. What changes will come from the expansion opening of Anseong National Road No. 38?
The 3.7 km section will be expanded to six lanes, alleviating traffic congestion and improving accessibility to the metropolitan area.
Anseong National Road No. 38 will be expanded from Manjeong-ri, Gongdo-eup to Sinryeong-ri, Daedeok-myeon over a 3.7 km section to alleviate traffic congestion. In particular, it will reduce congestion between Anseong IC and Gongdo-eup, as well as enhance accessibility to metropolitan areas like Pyeongtaek and Yongin. The project, which started in 2017 and will last until 2025, has a total budget of 75.5 billion won and is expected to greatly assist local industry and mobility.
Q. What are the main purposes and features of the improvement project for Yeoncheon National Road No. 3?
The 6.9 km road alignment improvements and bypass construction are expected to enhance traffic safety and tourism.
Yeoncheon National Road No. 3 extends 6.9 km from Dosin-ri to Daegwang-ri, with improvements to alignment and the construction of a new bypass to enhance traffic flow. The previous road conditions posed higher risks due to narrow widths and sharp curves, but the new project is expected to improve safety and pedestrian environments as well. This project started in 2020 and is scheduled for completion in 2025 with a total investment of 57.7 billion won.
Q. What changes are expected with the opening of Jinan~Muju National Support Local Road No. 49?
The 9.8 km section underwent road widening and tunnel installation, along with improvements to rural safety infrastructure.
The Jinan~Muju National Support Local Road No. 49, connecting Jeonbuk's Jinan and Muju, features a 9.8 km section that underwent tunnel construction and road widening due to the mountainous terrain. The project also includes maintenance of agricultural access roads, and the installation of traffic lights and safety signs to protect elderly pedestrians. The project, which is ongoing from 2018 and will conclude in 2025, involves a budget of 64.1 billion won and is expected to significantly contribute to traffic safety and the quality of life for local residents.
Q. What is the significance of the opening of these national and national support local roads, and what are the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's plans?
It contains plans for road maintenance for traffic resolution and safety enhancement, as well as regional balanced development.
This opening project aims for significant changes, going beyond mere road expansions, by addressing traffic congestion, enhancing connectivity between living areas, and ensuring safety. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport has stated its commitment to the continuous maintenance of aging roads to promote the expansion of the main road network and balanced national development. This effort aims to improve the quality of life for local residents.
