Potholes after freeze-thaw cycles: Wilhelmshaven's roads in distress!

Potholes after freeze-thaw cycles: Wilhelmshaven's roads in distress!

In Wilhelmshaven, the roads have been severely affected following the extreme winter conditions. Potholes caused by the constant freeze-thaw cycle have now become an ever-present danger for drivers and motorcyclists. The city is forced to take urgent repair measures to improve road conditions. How NWZonline According to reports, the municipal company TBW has been recording the damage since mid-January and taking care of any necessary repair work.

The method of choice in these difficult weather conditions is the use of cold asphalt. This ready-to-use mixture of rock and bitumen is a practical solution for quickly fixing potholes. Loud Chic mineral Cold asphalt can be processed at any time, even at temperatures below zero. Another advantage is that it is easy to handle and does not require long waiting times during the curing process.

Damage from frost and traffic

However, the damage caused to the roads is not only due to weather conditions. Traffic, especially heavier trucks, also contributes significantly to speeding up the destruction process. The city administration has therefore intensified controls on affected road sections. Larger areas of damage are documented so that they can be incorporated into future planning. But financial resources are limited, which is why priorities must be set.

Similar problems can also be observed in other cities, such as Quickborn, which are affected by the same freeze-thaw cycles. We particularly encourage you to drive carefully and pay attention to any damage. The city administration has set up the option for citizens to report road damage online in order to renovate the affected areas as quickly as possible, as also stated by City magazine SH reported.

Long-term solutions in sight

In order to sustainably improve the situation, the municipality is planning future renovation work. In 2025 and 2026, around two million euros will be invested in extensive road renovations. These will not only be based on the acute damage, but also on the traffic significance and the structural condition of the roads. In the long term, the use of mastic asphalt should therefore be considered in order to achieve a long-lasting solution.

Those responsible appeal to all road users to adapt their driving style to the current conditions and to drive carefully. Ultimately, the municipality is only liable for possible damage to vehicles caused by potholes if it can be proven that an obligation to remove them was grossly neglected.