Virginia law restricts vehicle heights to 13 feet 6 inches and clarifies that public authorities are not required to provide overhead clearance exceeding 12 feet 6 inches. Vehicle owners are responsible for damages caused by collisions with overhead structures and must notify authorities immediately after an incident. Signage is required on certain highways to warn drivers of low-clearance bridges or structures.
Vehicles in Virginia cannot exceed a height of 13 feet 6 inches, unless otherwise posted or permitted.
The driver or owner of the vehicle is financially responsible for any damage caused to overhead bridges or structures.
You must immediately notify law enforcement or the relevant authority and provide your name, address, driver’s license, and vehicle registration.
Yes, signs indicating the height of low-clearance bridges are required at least 1,500 feet in advance on highways maintained by the Department of Transportation and local authorities.