A landslide triggered by heavy rain has damaged the Mimosa Pass in Lam Dong, creating cracks in the road surface and causing a 20-meter section of the road’s foundation to collapse. Authorities have issued a temporary ban on trucks over 15 tons and rerouted traffic to ensure safety.

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A landslide on Mimosa Pass prompts Lam Dong province to restrict trucks over 15 tons. Photo: N.X

On the afternoon of November 18, the Lam Dong Department of Construction announced that trucks with a load capacity over 15 tons would be prohibited from using the Mimosa Pass (in the section passing through Xuan Huong Ward), after the road suffered structural damage from a landslide. The restriction took effect at 5:30 p.m. and will remain until further notice.

Other types of vehicles are still allowed to travel in both directions under current traffic regulations. Heavy trucks, however, will be diverted through central Da Lat and alternative routes.

Traffic redirection plans into Da Lat

According to the Department of Construction’s plan, vehicles traveling from Duc Trong District to Da Lat are advised to turn from Lien Khuong roundabout onto National Highway 27, continue to the Cua Rung T-junction, then proceed along route DT725 via Ta Nung Pass.

Vehicles coming from Don Duong District and Hiep Thanh commune are also advised to follow National Highway 27, reach the Cua Rung T-junction, and then take route DT725.

Traffic from Dinh Van and Lam Ha areas will use DT725 and Ta Nung Pass, heading toward Van Thanh Flower Village to enter central Da Lat.

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Authorities install warning tape at the landslide site on the pass. Photo: N.X

Mimosa Pass, stretching about 11 kilometers, is a key southern gateway into Da Lat. Recent reports show that near the end of the pass, a 20-meter section of the lower slope collapsed, forming a sinkhole that extends beneath the roadbed. The surface has wide cracks and significant structural damage.

Authorities have cordoned off the affected area, put up warning tape, and deployed personnel to monitor the site around the clock to ensure safe traffic flow.

Three other major passes also impacted

In addition to Mimosa Pass, three other critical routes into Da Lat have also been temporarily blocked due to ongoing landslides following days of heavy rainfall. These include Khanh Le Pass (National Highway 27C), D’ran Pass, and Prenn Pass (National Highway 20).

Functional departments are ramping up inspections, monitoring road conditions, and implementing temporary repair measures to restore access and ensure public safety.

Xuan Ngoc