Temporary Traffic Solution: 31 Million Euro Temporary Bridge in Bad Schandau, Saxony
- Constructing a 31 million euro bridge in Bad Schandau
Let's face it, traffic congestion in Bad Schandau's been a real pain lately, especially with the Elbe bridge closed for renovation. But here's the good news - a temporary solution is just around the corner! Preliminary designs have been approved for a new, temporary bridge set to replace the Elbe bridge during its renovation, costing a whopping 31 million euros. This temporary bridge, as announced by Saxony's Infrastructure Minister, Regina Kraushaar (CDU), is going to be a game-changer.
Here's the lowdown on this badass bridge: it's flood-resistant, capable of handling traffic, and will allow for ship passage - perfect for our charming little town. The construction process for this temp job won't require any extensive legal hurdles, meaning work on it can start this year, and we'll be crossing that Elbe again in no time for next year!
Well, we can't pretend to be too excited about the repairs on our beloved Elbe bridge, but this ain't all bad. Mayor Thomas Kunack of Bad Schandau himself reckons the plans give him a positive outlook for the future. The design minimizes impact on existing structures, and the bridge will be built west of the federal road B172, making for a straight-up Elbe crossing.
The planners must've had their work cut out for them, examining six different variants and locations for the temporary bridge, including using the railway bridge. Of course, factors like cost, build time, traffic management, and environmental impact were crucial in making their decision.
So, what led to the chosen variant? For starters, it's relatively easy on the wallet, comes quickly, and offers clever traffic management - all while being environmentally friendly. Boom! Mission accomplished.
With the temporary bridge in place, we can expect congestion relief, swift implementation, minimal environmental impact, and avoidance of lengthy detours - good news for everyone! The temporary bridge is designed to serve as a rock-solid solution during the Elbe bridge's rebuild, keeping our town rolling along smoothly.
Sources:1. Saxon Ministry of Infrastructure2. Bad Schandau Mayor's Office
- The temporary bridge, estimated to cost 31 million euros, aligns with community and employment policies as it offers employment opportunities during construction, creating a flood-resistant, traffic-handling, and environmentally-friendly solution in Bad Schandau.
- The selected location for the temporary bridge, west of the federal road B172, meets employment policy requirements by minimizing impact on existing structures, ensuring a smooth Elbe crossing.
- The temporary bridge, set to replace the Elbe bridge during renovation, adheres to federal regulations by addressing safety concerns, traffic management, and environmental impact, providing a bad-weather-resistant solution in Bad Schandau, Saxony.
