Benefits – South Norfolk Jordan Bridge

Benefits

Saves time, fuel, and money.
Reliable and consistent route – even during rush hour.
Helps you turn more loads.
Maximizes driver hours.
All legally allowed hazmat loads welcome.
No inspection delays.
No bridge lifts or train delays.
Convenient access to I-464/I-264/I-64.
Higher clearance than downtown tunnels (SNJB 15’0” vs tunnels 13’6”).
The fully electronic video capture system for fee collection eliminates the need for a toll plaza, keeping traffic moving smoothly and without delays.
All Hampton Roads residents enjoy reduced congestion at neighboring crossings as aresult of the SNJB’s enhanced river crossing.

The South Norfolk Jordan Bridge (SNJB) is a continuous water crossing (fixed span) which means it has NO lift schedule! It also means drivers enjoy faster travel in traffic and more time for doing the things they want to do. Also, from an environmental standpoint, travelers save gas and reduce emissions by not idling in bumper-to-bumper traffic or in queue for a toll booth.
The elevated bridge eliminates additional delays due to trains by crossing over the neighboring railway in Chesapeake.
The SNJB restored fire, police and emergency response access to South Norfolk and Portsmouth.
It provides a non-tunnel emergency evacuation route with free-flowing traffic.
The SNJB restored a critical regional transportation link for all users – including trucks and pedestrians (ADA compliant).
The bridge provides convenient access to Portsmouth Naval Hospital, so all appointments are met on time.
The new SNJB allows seamless access to North and Southbound lanes of I-464.