During a regular inspection, Rijkswaterstaat, the owner of the bridge and responsible for its maintenance and management, identified damage. The extent of the damage is serious. Therefore, the municipality of Lochem, the road manager of the bridge, has been asked to close the bridge immediately as a precaution.

Since 2013, there has already been a restriction for traffic over 20 tons on the Mogezompse Bridge. The reason for this restriction was a recalculation of the bridges strength at that time. To determine the exact nature of the damage to the bridge now, we will conduct further investigations. Depending on the outcomes of the investigation, further steps will be taken.

Physical Measures for Mogezompse Bridge

The municipality of Lochem has already placed signs. Additional physical measures will follow next week. Pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcycles may continue to use the Mogezompse Bridge.

Detour Routes for Mogezompse Bridge

For (motorized) traffic with more than 2 wheels, detour routes are in place via the larger connecting roads over the Twentekanaal.