John B. Whealton Memorial Causeway, Road bridge at Chincoteague Island, Virginia, US
The John B. Whealton Memorial Causeway extends across multiple waterways through five bridges connecting Virginia's mainland to Chincoteague Island via Maddox Boulevard.
Following state approval in September 1919, construction began with a budget of $144,000, leading to the official opening ceremony on November 15, 1922.
The causeway functions as an essential gateway to Chincoteague Island's annual pony swim events and provides access to the local wildlife refuge.
The structure includes four fixed bridges and one drawbridge, operating as State Route 175 with a single lane in each direction across the water channels.
While crossing the causeway, travelers can observe the NASA Wallops Flight Facility's satellite dishes and aerospace operations behind security fencing.
Official opening: November 15, 1922
GPS coordinates: 37.93500,-75.41849
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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