Norfolk–Portsmouth Bridge–Tunnel, Underwater tunnel system in Norfolk, United States.
The Norfolk-Portsmouth Bridge-Tunnel consists of two parallel tunnels connecting Norfolk and Portsmouth across the Elizabeth River, enabling four lanes of traffic flow.
The first tunnel opened in 1952 as Virginia's first underwater vehicle tunnel, with an additional parallel tunnel constructed in 1987 to separate directional traffic.
The tunnel system supports the transportation needs of the Hampton Roads region, connecting residential areas, business districts, and the largest naval base.
The tunnel system enforces vehicle height limits of 13 feet 6 inches and width restrictions of 8 feet 6 inches without special permits.
The tunnel complex handles over three million vehicles monthly, operating with variable toll rates based on time periods and payment methods.
Location: Norfolk
Official opening: May 23, 1952
GPS coordinates: 36.83583,-76.28778
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:19
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