The A13 highway section that has been closed since April 19, connecting the A86 highway in Vaucresson, Hauts-de-Seine, to the Saint-Cloud gate in western Paris, will gradually reopen in the direction of the province-Paris starting on Saturday, May 11, according to the prefect of Hauts-de-Seine, Laurent Hottiaux, announced on Monday, April 29. The reopening will be reserved for light vehicles only, subject to all safety conditions being met, the prefecture stated in a press release. The analyses conducted indicate that the most likely cause of the ground movement that led to the closure was work conducted outside the structure on a nearby construction site.
On the evening of April 18, the prefecture of Hauts-de-Seine announced the closure of this heavily traveled highway section in western Paris for safety reasons due to ground movements. During a scheduled closure of the highway for construction work, a transverse crack was observed on the A13 in the Saint-Cloud area, the prefecture had explained. In the direction of Paris-province, more extensive repair work is required, and study solutions are currently underway with the reopening schedule to be specified later, the prefecture detailed.
The closure of the A13 section raises concerns about the state of roads in France. The situation highlights the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring of infrastructure to ensure the safety of road users. The closure has caused inconvenience for commuters and businesses relying on the affected route. Authorities are working on addressing the issue and implementing necessary repairs to reopen the highway safely for light vehicles.
The gradual reopening of the A13 highway section in the direction of the province-Paris starting on May 11 will alleviate some of the congestion and inconvenience caused by the closure. The reopening will be subject to strict safety measures to prevent any potential risks to road users. The ongoing repairs and maintenance work on the highway aim to ensure the long-term safety and usability of the road for all vehicles while addressing the ground movement issues that led to the closure.
Authorities are investigating and addressing the root cause of the ground movement that necessitated the closure of the A13 highway section, indicating that work conducted outside the structure on a nearby construction site may have been a contributing factor. The ongoing repairs and safety measures will help prevent similar incidents in the future and ensure the stability of the road infrastructure. The reopening of the highway in a phased manner demonstrates the commitment of authorities to addressing infrastructure issues promptly and efficiently for the benefit of road users and the surrounding communities.
