Construction site chaos in Remscheid: New gas pipeline ensures traffic stopmans!

Construction site chaos in Remscheid: New gas pipeline ensures traffic stopmans!

On Tuesday, January 19, 2025, the repair work on a gas line is urgently needed on Hüttenstraße in Remscheid. These are located between the Schüttendelle and Königstrasse and, according to Christian Edelmann, spokesman for Energie and Wasser for Remscheid (EWR) GmbH, should at best take a week. However, it remains unclear how long the work will actually take, since they depend on the visibility of the management and the scope of the required repairs. Construction site lights will be put into operation on Monday to regulate traffic. The work could also have an impact on traffic on the B229, which could result in additional traffic jams. rga.de reports that ...

in another part of Remscheid, in Vieringhausen, a construction site has been ongoing for over a year. Originally, the work on a new water channel and gas lines should be completed by October 2024, but incorrect plans led to significant delays. Completion is only expected at the end of November 2024. This has led to frustration and daily traffic jams among drivers. The area between the route and an adjacent snack remains in a single lane until the completion, while the construction site lamps remain set up. radiorsg.de notes ...

traffic disruptions through construction projects

The construction site problem is not only limited to Remscheid, but also affects all of Germany. According to the ADAC Staubilance, a large number of construction sites are responsible for traffic disabilities. In 2025 there are numerous major projects, including the renovation of bridges and tunnels as well as the renewal of road surfaces. It is already known that a large number of highway construction sites can be expected, especially in North Rhine-Westphalia. Complex renovation and expansion work are also planned in other federal states, including Bavaria and Hesse. adac.de informs that ...

The most common narrow points have already been identified and drivers have to adapt to unforeseen daily construction sites. Particularly forward -looking driving and maintaining a safe distance are of the utmost importance on these construction sites. The ADAC recommends the zipper process if lanes are eliminated. Wider vehicles should also pay attention to the dimensions of the construction site traces.