Bridge Reborn: V‑ROD GFRP Bars Drive Alligator River Bridge Replacement
The Alligator River Bridge Replacement Project transforms the aging Lindsay C. Warren Bridge on U.S. 64 between Tyrrell and Dare counties, North Carolina, with a modern two-lane, fixed-span structure designed for resilience and longevity. Under a $450 million contract awarded to Skanska USA, construction began in early 2025 to drive new pilings just north of the existing swing-span.
A pioneering feature is the use of V‑ROD Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) bars in deck panels, girders, parapets, and pier caps. These composite rebars resist chloride-induced corrosion from coastal spray, eliminate rust-related spalling, and match concrete’s thermal expansion to reduce cracking. Paired with a polymer-coated metal deck, V‑ROD bars simplify installation in marine environments and slash life-cycle maintenance costs. Scheduled to open to traffic in fall 2029, the new bridge