The primary purpose of this project is to improve safety by completing a bridge replacement on Route 16 (Fairground Road) across the Clinch River in the Town of Tazewell.

The project includes replacing the existing 22-foot-wide, two-lane, double-span structure with a 30-foot-wide, two-lane, single-span structure.

During construction, to safely complete the bridge replacement, the road at the bridge location will be closed, and a temporary detour will be in place.

This area sees approximately 2,485 vehicles per day.

Construction is anticipated to begin in Late 2028.

The project cost is approximately $8.44 million.

Public Outreach

A design public hearing was held for this project Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Tazewell Town Hall. The public comment period closed on December 26, 2025. 

Location and Design Public Hearing Materials 

• Meeting advertisement
• Meeting display: Typical section

VDOT Project Page
 

Resources
Contact Information: 
Ron Flanary, Project Manager
276-669-6151

Phase: Design Phase

UPC: 113876

Lat/Long:
37.129246, -81.54979

Locality: Town of Tazewell/Bristol District 

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