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Great Bridge Bridge (Battlefield Blvd)

Located on Battlefield Boulevard in Great Bridge

Crosses the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway

Twin bascule span, five lane bridge operated by the City of Chesapeake.

Constructed in 2004

Daily Vehicle Traffic: 35,000

Height (At Mean Water): 6 feet

Weight Limits: Legal Load

photo - Great Bridge Bridge

Opens on demand, except from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. when it is opened on the hour.