New bridge in South Norfolk opens to traffic Thursday

Posted: Oct 29, 2020 / 05:48 AM MDT

Updated: Nov 5, 2020 / 08:51 AM MST

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — The new Poindexter St. Bridge in Historic South Norfolk opened to traffic on Oct. 29.

The bridge serves as a replacement for the 22nd St Bridge, which closed in 2018 after 80 years of service.

The Poindexter S. Bridge helps motorists cross a major rail line that separates Chesapeake from Norfolk, which makes it easier for traffic to move East and West from Norfolk and Chesapeake.

Drivers can also take the bridge on their way to and from Portsmouth by way of the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge, which aligns with Poindexter St.

The city had planned a grand opening celebration for Nov. 6, but it has been postponed. Stay with WAVY for updates when the new ceremony date is released.

🚨EVENT ALERT🚨: The Poindexter St Bridge opening ceremony scheduled for Nov 6 at 10am has been POSTPONED, with a new date and time to be determined. Updated information will be released as it becomes available.
— Chesapeake Roads (@ChesapeakeRoads) November 4, 2020

⚠️TRAVEL ADVISORY⚠️: The new Poindexter St Bridge in Historic South Norfolk opens to traffic tomorrow, Oct 29 at 10am. The bridge serves as a replacement for the 22nd St Bridge, which closed in 2018 after 80 years of service. pic.twitter.com/Et4I2sHJ9P
— Chesapeake Roads (@ChesapeakeRoads) October 28, 2020