St. John’s Historical Bridge in Lądek Zdrój – genesis of damage in the light of 2024 flood

<ns3:p>The article outlines the extent of the damage to the historic St. John of Nepomuk Bridge in Lądek Zdrój caused by the flood on September 15, 2024. It analyzes the structure and its features, categorizes the damage and its causes, and provides a list of significant lost artifacts. A review of historical records concerning the bridge in the context of past events and floods was conducted to develop specific recommendations for the protection, partial reconstruction, and repair of the structure. The article ends with conclusions</ns3:p>