Traffic chaos in Angermünde: Bridge test ensures closures!

Traffic chaos in Angermünde: Bridge test ensures closures!

Angermünde, Deutschland - In Angermünde, drivers have to prepare for traffic disruptions on June 30th and July 1st. The reason for this is a comprehensive bridge test carried out by Deutsche Bahn AG on the railway underpass in Puschkinallee/Berliner Strasse. This traffic law arrangement of the Uckermark district comes into force daily between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and will block the left turn from the Grundmühlenweg towards Berliner Strasse during the test times. In order for the traffic to continue to be fluid, a traffic light circuit is set up, which should regulate the detour, the Uckermarkurier .

security checks of bridges are essential to ensure the stability and fitness of traffic of the engineering buildings. According to Biberger , these exams take place in a regular rhythm: The main inspections are carried out every six years, supported by intermediate tests and annual visual controls. Special exams are also necessary, should there be indications of damage or exceptional events occur.

The importance of regular inspections

The incident of the partial fall of the Carol Bridge in Dresden in September 2024 once again emphasized the importance of such regular exams. Fortunately, even though there were no injuries, the possible consequences of undiscovered damage can only be guessed at. The safety of the bridges is a central task of the transport infrastructure and must be constantly guaranteed.

If you are looking for more information about current construction sites and the associated traffic restrictions in Angermünde, you will find what you are looking for on the city's official website. The latest developments related to transport infrastructure are regularly updated there. Visit the page Angermünde .