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Fredericksburg

Falmouth Bridge Overhaul Could Take More Than Three Years, VDOT says

By Uriah Kiser
VDOT inspects the Falmouth Bridge before work begins (X: Vadotfred

The Falmouth Bridge, which underwent emergency lane closures and truck weight restrictions last fall, will require a complete reconstruction expected to take more than three years, Virginia Department of Transportation officials told City Council in July.

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FALMOUTH BRIDGE IN DISREPAIR: Emergency Lane Closure, Weight Limits Imposed, Urgent Repairs Begin

By Potomac Local News
Photo: VDOT

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced emergency measures on the Route 1 bridge over the Rappahannock River, commonly known as the Falmouth Bridge between Fredericksburg and Stafford County, as crews begin urgent structural repairs.

Starting last night, Friday, November 1, 2024, new vehicle weight limits of 16 tons for single-unit vehicles and 24 tons for tractor-trailers will be enforced, and the northbound right lane will be closed. These actions follow recent inspections revealing accelerated deterioration of the bridge’s structural steel in several areas, prompting VDOT to reduce traffic flow as a safety measure.

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More on the Falmouth Bridge: Overhaul Set for 2029

By Uriah Kiser
VDOT inspects the Falmouth Bridge before work begins (X: Vadotfred

The Falmouth Bridge, a critical connection between Fredericksburg and Stafford County over the Rappahannock River, is set for a major rehabilitation project. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has secured $86.2 million in funding for this endeavor. Construction is slated to begin in fiscal year 2029, with activities expected from summer 2028 through summer 2029, VDOT spokeswoman Kelly Hannon said.

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