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Haarlem quay wall remains unrepaired: street stays one-way traffic

A section of the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem remains closed to two-way traffic due to a deteriorating quay wall that is in worse condition than expected. Local authorities are now conducting safety inspections on similar quay structures throughout the city to determine if planned repair projects need to be accelerated.

The Donkere Spaarne in the center of Haarlem remains partially closed due to a quay wall being in poorer condition than initially anticipated. Located between the Catharijnebrug and the Bakenessergracht, the street is now limited to one-way traffic, and parking or docking in the area is prohibited for safety reasons. Visible signs of subsidence, such as potholes and leaning trees, have raised concerns about the stability of other similar structures throughout the city.

Haarlem officials, led by alderman Robbert Berkhout, have confirmed that additional inspections are underway for quays with similar construction and age, including those at Kampersingel and Gasthuissingel. While the specific replacement for the Donkere Spaarne quay was originally scheduled for 2028, the municipality is now evaluating whether these repairs can be accelerated. Currently, there are no plans to close other sections, but authorities remain vigilant as they monitor the city's 108 kilometers of quays and embankments to ensure public safety.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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