Nan Province Residents Struggle with Lack of Bridge for 50 Years

According to a report by Khaosod Online on August 3, 2026, residents and farmers from three to four villages in Tambon Sanian, Mueang District, Nan Province, are facing significant logistical challenges due to the absence of a bridge over the Huai Samun stream. This waterway serves as a vital transit route for transporting agricultural products, including rambutan, durian, corn, and rubber, to external markets throughout the year.

Monchai Leepairat, the village head of Ban Labaoya (Moo 10), stated that the situation becomes critical during the rainy season and flash floods. When water levels rise, the crossing becomes impassable for vehicles and pedestrians. To cope, farmers have resorted to packing produce into sacks and pulling them across the water using ropes. This manual process is physically exhausting, time-consuming, and often results in damage to the crops. Residents report that they have endured these conditions for over 50 years.

For residents and visitors, this highlights the infrastructure gaps in remote agricultural areas of Nan. While the situation underscores the resilience of local farmers, it also poses a risk to supply chains and local livelihoods. It remains to be confirmed whether local government agencies will allocate funding or initiate a project to construct a permanent bridge to resolve these long-standing transportation difficulties.