Westbound Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel Closes for Repaving, Diverting Traffic Through Weekend
The westbound lanes of the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) in Norfolk, Virginia, are fully closed for critical roadway repaving work. The closure began Friday night and is scheduled to remain in effect until 5 a.m. Monday. This essential maintenance requires motorists traveling from Norfolk towards Hampton and Newport News to utilize Interstate 664 and the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel (MMMBT) as the primary alternate route. Transportation officials emphasize that the closure is necessary for roadway improvements. Residents in areas like Norfolk's Ocean View neighborhood anticipate significant traffic backups on local streets, particularly along West Ocean View Avenue, as drivers seek alternative paths. The eastbound direction of the HRBT is expected to remain open during this period.
