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Alarm for Duisburg: IHK warns of dilapidated A59 bridge and impending traffic jams!
IHK Niederrhein warns of dilapidated A59 bridge in Duisburg: emergency concept urgently required to avoid economic damage.
Alarm for Duisburg: IHK warns of dilapidated A59 bridge and impending traffic jams!
In Duisburg, a lot of attention has recently been paid to the dilapidated A59 bridge. The Lower Rhine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) warns urgently that the bridge could become a serious problem for the region. According to a report by Radio KW If the bridge fails prematurely, the economic damage could amount to over one billion euros per year.
The IHK emphasizes that a sudden closure would result in massive detours, endless traffic jams and higher transport costs. This could ultimately put a significant strain on companies and their productivity. The situation could even lead to a chain reaction that would overload other highways, such as the busy A3. In order to avoid such scenarios, the IHK is calling for an immediate emergency plan so that we can act quickly.
Monthly checks now available
The bridge will now be inspected monthly The mirror reported. This is intended to identify potential dangers at an early stage and respond accordingly. This was urgently needed because 37 percent of the bridges in the region are dilapidated - that's four times more than in Bavaria.
The IHK is urging quick action because printing diversion signs could take up to three months. The goal is clear: an effective and quick solution is needed to keep traffic stable and not place an undue burden on citizens.
Costs and challenges of bridge renovation
But it's not just in Duisburg that the bridges are under pressure. The focus is on a comprehensive renovation program for dilapidated bridges daily news explained. Autobahn GmbH reports an additional requirement worth billions, as around 10,000 bridges in the German road network are in need of renovation.
The problem extends throughout Germany. The Federal Audit Office has already classified the target of 400 bridge renovations per year as “completely unrealistic”. The main reason for this is a lack of staff and poor planning at Autobahn GmbH. Last year only 238 projects were completed, although 438 were necessary. This makes it clear that there is an urgent need for action when it comes to bridge renovation.
In summary, the situation surrounding the A59 bridge in Duisburg is just the highlight of a larger problem. The IHK and other institutions never tire of voicing their demands for a better emergency concept and an accelerated restructuring process. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop and whether those responsible can quickly set the course for a sustainable solution.