Escaldes-Engordany Warns Motorcyclists of Unstable Bridge Joint After Snow Damage
Council urges extra caution on Pont de la Constitució bridge where a key expansion joint failed due to snow-clearing machines; repairs underway with.
Key Points
- Expansion joint on Pont de la Constitució bridge failed after snow-clearing machines used it repeatedly.
- Damage spotted January 12, 2026; technicians started repairs right away.
- All drivers feel instability, but two-wheeled vehicles face heightened risks.
- Area signposted; council posted photos on social media, no repair timeline given.
The Escaldes-Engordany council is urging motorists, particularly motorcyclists, to drive with extra care across the Pont de la Constitució bridge, which leads to the communal government building. A key expansion joint there failed after repeated use by snow-clearing machines during the recent weekend weather event.
The damage was first noticed on Saturday, January 12, 2026, and technicians began repair work immediately. Council officials have shared photos of the site on social media, confirming the area is properly signposted and will remain under works for the coming days. No completion timeline has been given.
All drivers report feeling the joint's instability when passing over it, but the council has highlighted heightened dangers for two-wheeled vehicles. "Special precaution for motorcyclists while the repair lasts," the council stated, calling on everyone to remain vigilant.
Original Sources
This article was aggregated from the following Catalan-language sources:
- Bon Dia•
Escaldes-Engordany demana precaució als motoristes quan circulin pel pont de la Constitució
- ARA•
Avisen els motoristes de circular amb precaució per una avaria al pont de la Constitució
- Diari d'Andorra•
Escaldes adverteix als motoristes de la perillositat de circular pel pont de la Constitució
- Altaveu•
Avís per als motoristes: la junta de dilatació del pont de la Constitució suposa ara un gran perill