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Vessel strike causes lane closure on Chesapeake Expressway Bridge

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CHESAPEAKE, Va. — The US Coast Guard informed the City of Chesapeake that a vessel struck the underside of the 168 Bypass Bridge.

The city says inspectors have determined that the bridge is safe to drive on, however, there will be a southbound right lane closure beginning on Monday at 7 a.m.

The closure will allow further assessment and repairs, according to the city.

The length of the closure is undetermined.

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