LNM: AICW MM 13.9 Albemarle & Chesapeake RR Bridge Damaged Fendering System
MSIB 032-26
March 7, 2026
ALBEMARLE & CHESAPEAKE RAILROAD BRIDGE –
Update to Damage of Fendering System
The Captain of the Port, Sector Virginia, advises all mariners to exercise extreme caution when approaching the Albemarle & Chesapeake Railroad Bridge at Mile Marker 13.9 on the Albemarle & Chesapeake Canal.
On March 6, 2026, the bridge and fendering system sustained significant damage. Due to this damage, fendering system and any expected lighting should be considered unreliable. Update: Local Marine Fire Department assessment reports that while no observed hazards were detected below the water line, most if not all lighting on the bridge structure is missing or in need of repair. Mariners are urged to use extreme caution and transit the area at the slowest safe speed to ensure a safe passage.
Coordinates for chart updates: N 36° 43′ 19.98″ / W 076° 12′ 37.02″
Mariners are reminded to operate their vessels in a safe and prudent manner at all times.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter, please contact the United States Coast Guard Sector Virginia Waterways Management Division via email at VirginiaWaterways@uscg.mil.
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