Trucks save time, fuel, and money by choosing the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge – an official Virginia truck route.
- Trucks
When the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge opened in 2012, trucks in excess of three tons were finally able to navigate across the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River without using a tunnel. A resolution by the Commonwealth Transportation Board and endorsement by Virginia Department of Transportation designates the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge as an official Virginia Truck Route.
Additionally, nearly 5,000 over height vehicles (in excess of 13’ 6”) are turned away from the Downtown and Midtown Tunnels each year and face severe penalties. The SNJB provides those trucks a viable travel option to reach their destinations.
Benefits for Trucks
- 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”)
- 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 fully electronic video capture system for fee collection eliminates the need for a toll plaza, keeping traffic moving smoothly and without delays.
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- PERMITS
All vehicles approved to travel on the federal highway system may traverse South Norfolk Jordan Bridge, but oversize or hazardous material loads must obtain a special travel permit in advance.
All special load permits are processed through Oxcart; visit oxcartpermits.com to apply for the permit you need. Blanket load permits also may be available.