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Detailed Record
Shkin Bazaar Cobblestone Road
Planned Start Month
May 2011
Estimated Cost
$218,443
Status
Canceled / Terminated
Province
Paktika
Regional Command
RC-East
Project Description
No project description provided.
Project Goals
The shkin bazaar requires a durable surface for effective commerce. Cobblestone construction is superior to asphalt in terms of durability, lower cost, and ease of repairs comensurate with the needs of the population. Additionally, a large number of workers would be hired benefiting the local population while providing a crucial skill.
Results
Results unknown.
Updates
31 Oct 2011, termination due to lack of funding
SOURCES
Illustrations: Sarah Way for ProPublica. Data: Assembled from several different Department of Defense databases by the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction and provided to ProPublica under a Freedom of Information Act Request.