Great Bridge Bridge, Double-leaf rolling bascule bridge in Chesapeake, United States.
The Great Bridge Bridge spans the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, carrying Battlefield Boulevard across the water with two movable sections that lift for marine traffic.
The crossing site hosted a critical battle on December 9, 1775, where colonial forces defeated British troops, leading to their withdrawal from Virginia.
The bridge connects the Great Bridge district of Chesapeake, where the Central Library displays artifacts from the 1775 battle, including a preserved cannonball.
The bridge opens every hour from 6 AM to 7 PM for maritime traffic, while vessels can request openings between 7 PM and 6 AM.
A 2018 lightning strike disabled the bridge's electronic systems, requiring manual operation until repairs could be completed.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 36.72090,-76.23990
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:38
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