[EXPIRED] NAV ALERT: LNM: AICW MM 12 Great Bridge Lock Closed to Navigation, October 4, Great Bridge, VA
If you are affected by this delay, your alternate route is the Dismal Swamp Canal which is accessed southbound at MM 7.2 south of Norfolk or northbound from Albemarle Sound and the Pasquatank River. Our thanks to Matt the Bridge Tender for this notice.
ALBEMARLE AND CHESAPEAKE CANAL
MILE MARKER 12.2
ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
GREAT BRIDGE LOCK COFFERDAM REMOVAL
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be removing the temporary cofferdams used to replace
the Great Bridge Lock chamber valves in Chesapeake, Virginia, on October 4, 2021. The lock will be
closed to navigation from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:00 PM for diving and crane operations. Once the
cofferdams are removed, the lock will return to the normal horizontal clearance of 72 feet.
In case of adverse weather, the operation will be conducted on October 5, 2021 during the same
time. Those planning to use this route can contact the Great Bridge Lock operator at 757-547-3311, call
the Norfolk District office at 757-201-7642, or refer to the Coast Guard Local Notice for Mariners for additional information.
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