Duisburg's A59 Bridge Faces Monthly Inspections Following Structural Concerns

The bridge, vital for regional traffic, is closed to heavy transports due to significant structural deficiencies, prompting urgent plans for its replacement.

• Recent inspections revealed significant structural deficiencies in the A59's Berliner Brücke, affecting its load-bearing capacity.
• The bridge, built in 1963, is now closed to vehicles exceeding 48 tons, impacting dozens of heavy transports daily.
• Monthly inspections are now mandated to ensure safety, with a focus on identified damage points.
• Plans for a replacement bridge are underway, with construction set to begin as soon as necessary approvals are obtained.
• Local authorities and the federal highway agency are at odds over the bridge's future, with calls for expedited construction amid logistical concerns.

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