Lucius J. Kellam, Jr.
Bridge -Tunnel
The dream of a structure bridging the lower Chesapeake Bay to connect Virginia's Eastern Shore with the Mainland of Virginia became a reality with the opening of the Bridge-Tunnel on April 15, 1964. This accomplishment can be attributed to the foresight, leadership, and untiring efforts of Lucius J. Kellam, Jr., of Belle Haven, Virginia, who has served continuously since 1954 as chairman of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Commission and the former executive, a public-spirited citizen, a man of the highest integrity and a Virginia gentleman.
In recognition of the outstanding contributions made by Lucius J. Kellam, Jr. and his continuing dedication to this major transportation facility, the members of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Commission, by resolution dated August 11, 1987, named this crossing in his honor.
Dedicated October 23, 1987
(Lower plaque)
Kellam, served as chairman until 1993 at which time he was named chairman emeritus and continued to serve as an active member of the commission until September 24, 1995. Kellam will be long remembered for his outstanding contributions to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Commission and to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Marker is on U.S. 13 near Chesapeake Bay.
Courtesy hmdb.org
