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Gilmerton Bridge

Gilmerton Bridge on Atlantic ICW / Southern Branch Elizabeth Rivernear Chesapeake, VA; closed clearance about 35 ft. Movable bridge with rush-hour restrictions.

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36.77540000, -76.29200000

Planning only Drawbridge / movable Air draft concern
WaterwayAtlantic ICW / Southern Branch Elizabeth River
Route SegmentAtlantic ICW
Route VariantMain ICW
State / ProvinceVA
Nearest CityChesapeake
Mile MarkerMM 5.8
Bridge TypeBascule
Source Confidencemedium

Clearance And Opening Details

Vertical Clearance Closed35.00 ft
Vertical Clearance OpenNot verified
Horizontal ClearanceNot verified
VHF ChannelNot verified
Phone757-485-5488 / 757-485-5567
Last Verified2026-06-08
Verify against current water level / bridge gauge before transit.

Planning Notes

Air Draft Notes
Closed/air-draft clearance: 35 ft. Datum/reference: Closed clearance at MHW per WG. Clearance band: Route-relevant
Opening Schedule
Opens on signal except weekday rush closures; will not open if adjacent railroad bridge is closed.
Operator / Contact
757-485-5488 / 757-485-5567
Navigation Notes
Opens on signal except weekday rush closures; will not open if adjacent railroad bridge is closed. Plan around morning/evening weekday restrictions. Closed/air-draft clearance: 35 ft. Datum/reference: Closed clearance at MHW per WG. Clearance band: Route-relevant Opens on signal except weekday rush closures; will not open if adjacent railroad bridge is closed.
Regulatory Notes
Opens on signal except weekday rush closures; will not open if adjacent railroad bridge is closed. Plan around morning/evening weekday restrictions.