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Peene Bridge in Wolgast: Maintenance work is nearing completion!
Maintenance work on the 29-year-old Peene Bridge in Wolgast until November 12, 2025; Hydraulic oil replacement required.
Peene Bridge in Wolgast: Maintenance work is nearing completion!
In Wolgast, a town in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district, maintenance work on the Peene Bridge is currently underway. This important work, which has been carried out since Monday, is expected to continue until Sunday. They have become necessary because the hydraulic oil and hydraulic parts of the bridge are no longer reliable due to their age of 29 years. To make the bridge safe, around 7,000 liters of hydraulic oil were replaced and the renovation cost those responsible 211,000 euros. The Neustrelitz road construction authority assumes that this work will be completed by Monday and that the bridge can then be used normally again daily news reported.
Regular maintenance of bridges is not just a question of cleanliness, but also a crucial step for road safety. The bridge is constantly exposed to weather conditions and traffic loads, which can lead to various damages, such as cracks in the concrete or corrosion of steel beams. A lack of maintenance could lead to this damage going undetected and lead to expensive repairs and traffic disruptions in the long term. Therefore, experts emphasize the need for regular inspections and immediate repairs to extend the life of the bridges, they said D-ICS.
What is being done?
The Peene Bridge's hydraulic system is being comprehensively maintained. This includes replacing hydraulic oil and replacing older parts to ensure functionality. The bridge is also regularly folded for testing purposes to ensure that everything is working properly.
These preventative measures not only ensure the safety of users, but also promote the long-term preservation of the structure. It is important that such maintenance work is carried out in a timely manner to avoid major damage that could otherwise cause unpleasant surprises.
The work on the Peene Bridge in Wolgast is therefore a striking example of the important role that maintenance plays in the transport infrastructure. Only through constant care and timely interventions will the bridge remain a safe and reliable element of transport connectivity in the region.