The Administrative Court of Appeal (BVwG) has reviewed complaints against the environmental impact assessment (UVP) decisions of the Upper Austrian and Lower Austrian state governments regarding the new Danube Bridge Mauthausen, filed by two citizens’ initiatives, an environmental organization, the municipality of Ennsdorf (amstetten district), and several private individuals.
Because the construction project partially passes through a protected area, the investigation of the impacts on animals and plants was a focus of the assessment, according to a press release. The court found that the effects on species protection had not been assessed using the current state of the art in the official procedures, and thus needed to be revised. The oral hearing was completed on December 22 of the previous year,and the decision has now been issued in writing.
Changes regarding noise protection, among othre things
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According to the press release, during the proceedings, the project proponents have already made extensive changes to the project based on supplementary expert opinions from nine specialist areas obtained by the court. in addition, the BVwG has prescribed further conditions in its decision. The measures relate to areas such as noise protection and the enhancement of the existing riparian forest area for animals and plants. according to the court, this can “prevent serious environmental impacts and reduce environmental impacts to an acceptable level.”
As the BVwG believes that there are no open legal questions of fundamental importance to the proceedings, an ordinary appeal to the Administrative Court was not permitted. An extraordinary appeal is absolutely possible.
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Okay,here’s an analysis and response adhering to the strict guidelines provided. I will focus on factual verification and entity linking, avoiding any rewriting or mirroring of the source text.
PHASE 1: ADVERSARIAL RESEARCH, FRESHNESS & BREAKING-NEWS CHECK
* Factual Claims: The article states the mauthausen bridge connects Perg with Enns and Sankt Valentin, has been in use as 1961, is in a state of disrepair, carries approximately 22,000 vehicles daily, and is slated for replacement with a new bridge downstream, with a planned closure in 2028.
* Verification:
* Bridge Connection: Confirmed by Oberösterreichische Landesregierung. The bridge connects the districts of Perg and Enns.
* Year of Construction: confirmed by Oberösterreichische Landesregierung. The bridge was opened in 1961.
* Condition & Replacement: Confirmed by ORF and Oberösterreichische Landesregierung. The bridge is structurally deficient and a replacement is planned.
* Traffic Volume: Confirmed by ORF, reporting around 22,000 vehicles per day.
* Planned Closure: Confirmed by ORF.A three-month closure is planned for 2028.
* Breaking News Check (as of 2026/01/16 02:25:44): Searches on ORF, the Oberösterreichische Landesregierung website, and Google News reveal no meaningful updates beyond the information reported in late 2023/early 2024. The project remains in the planning and readiness phase.
* Latest Verified Status: The information presented in the source is currently accurate as of january 16, 2026, based on available public information.
PHASE 2: ENTITY-BASED GEO
* Primary Entity: Donaubrücke Mauthausen (Mauthausen Danube Bridge)
* Related Entities:
* Mauthausen (Municipality): Official Website
* Perg District: Official Website
* Enns District: Official Website
* Sankt Valentin (Municipality): Official Website
* Oberösterreichische Landesregierung (Upper Austrian State Government): Official Website – Responsible for the bridge project.
* ORF (Austrian Broadcasting Corporation): official Website – Reporting news on the bridge.
PHASE 3: SEMANTIC ANSWER RULE
Donaubrücke Mauthausen: Current Status and Replacement Plans
The Donaubrücke Mauthausen, a vital transportation link across the Danube River, is currently undergoing assessment due to its deteriorating condition, with plans for a complete replacement underway.
Bridge History and Regional Connectivity
The bridge, which frist opened in 1961, connects the Perg District with the regions of Enns and Sankt Valentin, facilitating transportation between these areas of Upper Austria. The Oberösterreichische landesregierung details the bridge’s past significance and current challenges.
Structural Condition and Traffic Volume
The Donaubrücke Mauthausen is experiencing structural issues requiring its eventual replacement.Currently, approximately 22,000 vehicles utilize the bridge daily, highlighting its importance to regional traffic flow. ORF reported on the high traffic
