Construction work on Engelbosteler Damm: traffic jams and diversions in Hanover!

Construction work on Engelbosteler Damm: traffic jams and diversions in Hanover!

There will soon be some construction sites in Hanover that will cause traffic disruptions. The renovation of the bridge on Engelbosteler Damm in particular will shape the cityscape for the next few years. Preparations for this have already begun, and the first work is scheduled for June 27, 2023. "NDR reports that the bridge will initially only be accessible out of town during construction work. As the construction progresses, closures will also follow in the other direction.

During the construction phase, drivers, trucks and buses must expect significant diversions. The construction work includes a comprehensive renovation of the bridge, the construction of a new elevated platform and the renovation of a railway overpass. A project that will last until 2028, with a significant impact on traffic in Hanover. The bridge is expected to be completely closed to vehicle traffic from 2026.

Extensive construction work

The timing couldn't be tighter, with the first preparatory actions starting on June 23, 2023. According to information from Citynews, the first steps in the renovation are the installation of a construction switch in the light rail tracks and the closure of the bridge superstructure outside the city. This work is to be carried out in several construction phases, with the first phase planned by mid-January 2026.

The city administration has announced that light rail traffic and access to the Nordstadt S-Bahn station will remain guaranteed during construction work. Pedestrians and cyclists can also pass through the construction site, which is not always the case, as experience with other construction projects shows.

Insights into other construction sites

But it's not just the Engelbosteler Damm that is in focus. Another example is the renovation of the Am Mittelfelde railway bridge between the districts of Mittelfeld and Wülfel. Work began here on February 19, 2023. These repairs are also extensive, with a cost of around 1.5 million euros. The fact that such measures are necessary is also reflected in the installation of new, safe railings and the renewal of the rail contact protection. According to HAZ, a single-lane traffic route was also set up for this construction site, which is regulated by traffic lights.

The entire spectrum of construction work in Hanover shows once again how important it is to maintain the infrastructure in order to guarantee both safety and mobility in the city. These projects are expected to pose many challenges in both the short and long term. For both commuters and residents, the daily journey through the city will become significantly more complicated and time-consuming.