Overview

• The Carolabrücke in Dresden suffered a partial collapse on September 11, 2024, with a 100-meter section of its tramway structure giving way.
• Demolition work on the collapsed section, known as Zug C, has been paused due to rising Elbe River levels flooding the construction access road.
• The river is expected to peak at 2.5 meters on Thursday, with decisions on resuming demolition contingent on water levels dropping by Friday or Saturday.
• City officials aim to complete the demolition of the horizontal remains of Zug C by the end of the year if conditions stabilize.
• Dredging operations from boats to clear the river channel for navigation continue unaffected by the high water levels.