Diverging diamond interchange now open

The National Avenue and James River Freeway Bridge re-opened this morning in the diverging diamond pattern which takes drivers on the left side of the road. You are still able to make a left turn from northbound National onto the Cox South campus until July 26 when the new CoxHealth tunnel opens.

The bridge will remain closed to pedestrian traffic until July 17.

The new Cox access tunnel under National Avenue opens at 4 a.m. Monday, July 26. No left turns onto the Cox South campus or onto Bradford Parkway from National will be permitted. Remember, to get to the opposite side of National from either direction, you’ll go “right and under.”

Please remember to plan extra time for your trip and be prepared for lane slowdowns as drivers adjust to the new driving pattern and work is completed. Look for signs and pavement markings which will guide you safely through these changes.