Gießen’s underground pipe repairs to start with minimal road disruption
Major rehabilitation work on rainwater and sewage pipes will soon begin in two streets in Gießen. The affected areas include Hein-Heckroth-Straße in the city centre and Hermann Park in Kleinlinden. The project, led by Mittelhessische Wasserbetriebe (MWB), will last until around December 19, 2025.
The work follows the discovery of significant damage in the underground pipes. Instead of digging up roads, MWB will use a trenchless method called cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining. This technique involves inserting a glass-fibre-reinforced plastic pipe into the existing pipes and hardening it in place.
The project will run for over a year, finishing in late 2025. Residents and drivers in Hein-Heckroth-Straße and Hermann Park should plan for limited parking options. The use of CIPP lining means fewer roadworks and less disturbance compared to traditional repair methods.
