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Dilapidated bridge over Weiße Elster: Immediate truck closure in Vogtland!
Due to the dilapidated bridge in Vogtland, immediate truck closures are recommended. A new bridge is to be commissioned. Current developments.
Dilapidated bridge over Weiße Elster: Immediate truck closure in Vogtland!
In an important decision for the transport infrastructure in Vogtland, the immediate closure of the dilapidated bridge over the Weiße Elster in the Dreihöf area was ordered today. The bridge that runs between the B 92 and Unterhermsgrün/Dreihöf will have to be demolished due to its poor condition. This measure is based on the results of a comprehensive investigation by the Tragwerk Ingenieurgesellschaft Markneukirchen, which was carried out on behalf of the Vogtlandkreis. The recommendation is to move forward with the construction of a new bridge to ensure safety for all road users. The existing bridge can no longer be used by truck traffic, which will have a drastic impact on residents and the local economy.
This news highlights the current state of road infrastructure in the region, particularly given the recent openings of new bridges. For example, on December 19, 2024, the new Barthmühlen Bridge over the White Elster was ceremoniously opened to traffic. This construction project, which connects the towns of Röttis and Jocketa via district road 7880, represents the only access to Barthmühle train station.
Delays and challenges
The old Barthmühlen Bridge was closed in November 2022 due to severe washouts, which resulted in significant detours for residents over the last two years. The construction of the new bridge only took five months, which is a positive sign of the effectiveness of the construction project. The new bridge was adapted to the existing level crossing on the Gera – Weischlitz route and was also widened to meet the requirements of an increased roadway width.
Overall, the latest developments reflect an urgent need to replace existing dilapidated bridges and improve transport connections for the region. While we wait for the new bridge over the Weiße Elster to be completed, it remains to be seen how quickly the plans for the new construction of the closed bridge in Dreihöf will progress.
The challenges of bridge renovation are not only an important issue for the residents, but also affect the location quality of the region, which is important for companies. Clear and precise traffic routes are ultimately the be-all and end-all for a flourishing economy.