Karlsruhe City Exhibits Progression
Get the Lowdown on Tuesday, May 27th as the council makes a call on the city's noise reduction proposal. Some stretches of roads have been deemed excessively noisy, particularly near tram routes. In the near future, a 30 km/h speed limit is likely for these areas.
Here's the Lowdown on the Affected Tram Routes:
- Durlacher Allee: Noise levels during the day hit 67 decibels, while at night they dropped to 57 decibels. Long-term plans include extending the grass track towards Tullastrasse to lessen the noise.
- Herrenalber Straße: This stretch also clocked in at 67 decibels during the day and 57 decibels at night. Future plans involve closer monitoring and increased maintenance as a "specially monitored track."
The city believes in sustainable noise reduction strategies, such as maintaining curve lubrication systems, grass tracks, and even modernizing the fleet, according to the proposal.
Where's the Noise Coming From?
Do you believe the train is particularly loud on Durlacher Allee and Herrenalber Straße? Do the measurements stack up? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Update, May 27th, 4:45 PM: Noise Reduction Plan Approved!
In a vote of 42-5, the council gives the green light to the noise reduction plan.
A Little Insight into Noise Reduction Strategies:
- Track Maintenance: Regular inspections to ensure smooth rides.
- Noise-Reducing Track Elements: Install quieter components to minimize vibrations and noise.
- Modern Vehicle Fleet: Quieter, modern trams could be the solution.
- Vegetation: Trees and other greenery can absorb and block noise.
- Traffic Management: Adjust tram schedules and speeds to minimize nighttime noise.
For detailed, up-to-date information, check with Karlsruhe's city administration or the local transport authority.
- The city's noise reduction plan, approved by the council, aims to address the excess noise near the trams on Durlacher Allee and Herrenalber Straße, both recording 67 decibels during the day and 57 decibels at night.
- In an effort to alleviate the noise issue in these areas, the city plans to implement sustainable strategies such as track maintenance, noise-reducing track elements, modernizing the vehicle fleet, increased vegetation, and traffic management.
