Route 168 Bypass over Ches & Albemrl Canal @

Fair Condition45 years old63,911 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyChesapeake
Location0.64 To 165 /1.41 To 190
CarriesRoute 168 Bypass
CrossesChes & Albemrl Canal @
Coordinates36.71682, -76.22535

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length3024.9 ft (922 m)
Max Span141.1 ft (43 m)
Deck Width79.4 ft (24.2 m)
Deck Area22312.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic63,911 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000021891

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