SpainA hidden report from 2021 warns of severe structural issues in the tunnels of Madrid’s M-30 highway, requiring €400 million in repairs. The report, conducted by infrastructure consultancy LRA for Calle 30, was allegedly concealed from the Madrid City Council, preventing any action despite the findings. Calle 30, which had been a public-private partnership until recently, is now fully state-owned after the city council acquired the private stake. The report highlights deterioration affecting up to 14% of tunnel length at 'medium damage' level and 6% at 'severe' levels, with water infiltration identified as a major cause. While the consultant blames past maintenance practices and design flaws during the Gallardón administration, he also excuses the private maintenance contractor Emesa, citing annual contracts worth around €30 million.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the technical findings and their implications, while also acknowledging the complexity of assigning responsibility between public and private entities. It does not overtly favor either side but reports on the controversy surrounding the concealment of the 2
