CHThe historic Reuss Bridge in Mellingen, Switzerland, has been raised by 2.6 meters to protect it from future flooding. Built in the Middle Ages, the bridge was originally constructed where the Reuss River is narrow, which proved impractical during high water levels. The bridge, originally built around 1250 and later replaced with a steel structure in 1928, has suffered damage over time due to heavy traffic and corrosion. To address these issues, engineers carefully lifted the bridge using hydraulic presses and temporary supports, allowing for repairs to the steel framework and protective measures against further deterioration.
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