The old Puebla-Tlaxcala highway has become nearly impassable for drivers, transporters, and local residents as it sits without maintenance for more than two years. Despite being a vital artery for industrial connectivity, the road is currently plagued by deep potholes and general abandonment.
The stretch of road has not received any resurfacing or rehabilitation campaigns in over two years, despite its critical role in connecting the northwestern area of the municipality. The highway serves as a key access point to the Mexico-Puebla highway and the Hermanos Serdán boulevard, while also providing essential access to several factories located near the former La Covadonga textile plant.
During a recent inspection, large potholes exceeding half a meter in diameter were observed, particularly in sections adjacent to irregular settlements. In these areas, where housing has been constructed over the last five years, unpaved streets allow mud to flow onto the highway during rains, severely accelerating the deterioration of the existing pavement.
Local residents reported that the lack of official attention has forced private citizens to perform improvised patching. In some cases, individuals have even begun charging motorists for passing over these-privately-repaired sections, reflecting a desperate lack of timely government intervention.
Beyond the deteriorating pavement, the road suffers from a lack of public lighting and security. These conditions significantly increase risks for drivers, pedestrians, and workers who travel the route during the night or in periods of low visibility.
The Puebla-Tlaxcala highway is a major connection between the city of Puebla and the state of Tlaxcala, forming part of one of the highest-traffic routes in the metropolitan area. Its rehabilitation has been identified as a priority to improve mobility for residents, workers, and service providers who travel daily between the two states.