Bay Bridge status history
Revisit a day on the bridge. Browse saved closures, traffic advisories, daily recaps, BaySpan recordings, and camera photos and videos from notable updates. All dates and times are Eastern.
Check current bridge conditions32 updates logged
- 10:24 PMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Motorists should adhere to lane-use signals and keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. For those traveling this weekend, optimal travel times are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Friday, before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on Saturday, and before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sunday. Traffic conditions are monitored along the US-50 corridor.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:57 PMAll clear
Traffic on the Bay Bridge in Maryland is currently flowing smoothly in both directions, with no delays reported for eastbound or westbound traffic. It's noted that the left lane on the bridge is closed, which could impact traffic patterns, but as of now, there are no backups or congestion. Drivers are reminded to pay attention to lane signals and keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prevent collisions. Traffic conditions will be monitored and updates provided if there are any changes.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:21 PMAll clear
Currently, traffic is clear on the US-50 corridor from the Annapolis area to the US-5301 split in Queenstown, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound. Drivers are reminded to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:18 PMIssue reported
For travelers using the Bay Bridge in Maryland, eastbound traffic is facing delays starting at Exit 32, Sandy Point, which is approximately one mile from the bridge. There are no reported delays for westbound traffic. The bridge is currently operating with three lanes open for eastbound traffic and two lanes for westbound traffic. Motorists are advised to obey lane use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:15 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is experiencing delays at Exit 31, Whitehall Road, about 1.5 miles from the bridge. There are currently no delays westbound. The bridge is operating with three lanes open to eastbound traffic and two lanes for westbound traffic. Drivers are advised to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to prevent accidents.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:09 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, about 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. There are currently no delays for westbound traffic. The operational lane configuration includes three lanes open for eastbound traffic and two lanes open for westbound traffic along the corridor.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:58 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29B Cape St. Clair Road, about three miles from the Bay Bridge. Currently, three lanes are open for eastbound traffic, and there are two lanes available for westbound traffic. There are no reported delays for westbound traffic.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:45 PMIssue reported
In the Bay Bridge area of Maryland, eastbound traffic on US 50 is currently facing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, due to congestion. This delay occurs approximately 3.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. In contrast, westbound traffic is flowing smoothly without any delays. The traffic configuration includes three lanes open for eastbound travel and two lanes for westbound travel.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:17 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is experiencing delays starting at Exit 28, Baydale Drive, which is 4.5 miles from the bridge. Contrarily, westbound traffic is currently clear, despite a lane closure on the left side for preparation activities.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:15 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on US-50 is currently facing delays starting at Exit 28, Baydale Drive, 4.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear, with no reported delays. It's vital for drivers to adhere to lane use signals and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prevent collisions. Conditions are monitored and updates will be provided as necessary.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:12 PMIssue reported
Motorists traveling eastbound on U.S. 50 are experiencing delays beginning at Exit 27, Route 2, Richie Highway, which is 5.5 miles away from the Bay Bridge. For those heading westbound on the U.S. 50, there are no delays reported. This information is critical for individuals commuting over the Bay Bridge in Maryland, ensuring they can plan their journeys accordingly.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:53 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is facing delays beginning at exit 27 (route 2, Richie Highway), which is approximately 5.5 miles from Bay Bridge. The bridge currently has wind warnings in effect, with sustained winds of 30 to 39 miles per hour. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and box trailers, are advised to exercise caution. Due to these conditions, two-way traffic on the bridge is not feasible at this moment. Bridge officials are closely monitoring the situation to adjust traffic patterns when possible. It is crucial for drivers to heed lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:42 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on US-50 is facing delays starting from exit 27, route 2, Richie Highway, which is approximately 5.5 miles before the bridge. Currently, the bridge is imposing wind restrictions due to sustained wind speeds between 40 and 49 miles per hour. Vehicles susceptible to high winds, such as house trailers and empty box trailers, are not allowed to cross the bridge. Two-way traffic is not feasible under the present conditions. Bridge officials are keeping a close watch on the situation and will modify traffic patterns as necessary, maintaining safety as the top priority. Ensure a safe distance is kept from the vehicle ahead to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:47 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 24 around Maryland 70, Role Boulevard, stretching 7.5 miles from the bridge. Wind restrictions are in place on the bridge due to sustained wind speeds of 40-49 miles per hour. Consequently, house trailers, empty box trailers, and vehicles susceptible to high winds are prohibited from crossing. Two-way traffic operations are not feasible at this juncture. Officials are keeping an eye on the conditions and will modify traffic patterns as necessary. Drivers are advised to heed lane use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:02 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 24, Maryland 70, Role Boulevard, approximately 7.5 miles from the Bay Bridge, due to wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Vehicles particularly vulnerable to high winds, such as house and box trailers, should proceed with caution. Two-way traffic operations are not possible at the moment, and bridge officials are actively monitoring conditions to modify traffic patterns if feasible. Drivers are reminded to adhere to lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:20 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is facing delays starting from Severn River Bridge due to wind warnings. Vehicles susceptible to high winds, such as house and box trailers, should exercise caution. Currently, two-way traffic operations are suspended, and bridge officials are keeping an eye on conditions for potential adjustments. Motorists are expected to adhere to lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Traffic updates will be provided as conditions evolve.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:47 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is facing delays beginning at exit 27 (route 2, Richie Highway), which is approximately 5.5 miles from Bay Bridge. The bridge currently has wind warnings in effect, with sustained winds of 30 to 39 miles per hour. Vehicles vulnerable to high winds, such as house trailers and box trailers, are advised to exercise caution. Due to these conditions, two-way traffic on the bridge is not feasible at this moment. Bridge officials are closely monitoring the situation to adjust traffic patterns when possible. It is crucial for drivers to heed lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:44 PMWind advisory
Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays in both directions. Eastbound delays start from Exit 27 (Route 2, Richie Highway) extending for 5.5 miles, while westbound delays begin at Exit 37 (Route 8 Overpass), approximately 0.6 miles from the bridge. The bridge is under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph, advising caution for vehicles vulnerable to high winds. Due to the wind conditions, two-way traffic operations are not feasible at this time. Bridge officials are closely monitoring the situation to potentially adjust traffic patterns and ensure safety.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:38 PMWind advisory
Travelers on the Bay Bridge in Maryland are currently experiencing delays in both directions. For those heading eastbound, the slow-down begins at Exit 27, Route 2 (Richie Highway), located approximately 5.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound drivers are facing delays starting at Exit 38A (Duke Street), about 1.5 miles away from the bridge. Additionally, there are wind warnings in place, with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour, affecting vehicles susceptible to high winds such as house trailers and box trailers. Due to these conditions, two-way traffic operations are not possible at this time. Bridge officials are actively monitoring the situation for possible adjustments to traffic patterns. Drivers are reminded to adhere to lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:35 PMIssue reported
Current traffic conditions on the Bay Bridge indicate delays in both directions. Eastbound traffic is facing a slowdown starting at Exit 27, Route 2, Richie Highway, approximately 5.5 miles away from the bridge. For westbound traffic, delays begin at Shopping Center Road, about 1.8 miles from the bridge. The bridge is currently subject to wind warnings, with sustained winds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Motorists, especially those in high-profile vehicles, should exercise caution due to the high winds. At this time, two-way traffic operations on the bridge are not possible. Bridge officials are actively monitoring the situation and will update traffic patterns as conditions allow. Drivers are reminded to follow lane-use signals closely and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:26 PMWind advisory
Delays are reported in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is facing delays starting from Exit 27, Route 2, Richie Highway, approximately 5.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Similarly, westbound traffic is experiencing congestion beginning at Exit 39A, Castle Marina Road, approximately 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Additionally, the bridge is currently under wind warnings with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and vehicles susceptible to high winds are advised to exercise caution. Due to current conditions, two-way traffic operations are not possible at the moment. Bridge authorities are monitoring the situation closely for any possible adjustments in traffic patterns. Drivers are reminded to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent accidents. Traffic conditions are being actively updated as they evolve.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:23 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting from Exit 27 (Route 2, Richie Highway), extending over a distance of 5.5 miles towards the Bay Bridge. Similarly, westbound traffic faces delays beginning at Exit 39A (Castle Marina Road), which is located 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Currently, only the two right lanes are open for use, as the left lane on the bridge is closed to discontinue two-way traffic operations. The bridge is also under wind warnings, with wind speeds ranging between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Vehicles susceptible to high winds, such as house and box trailers, should proceed with caution. Motorists are advised to adhere to lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Two-way traffic operations are not possible under current conditions. Bridge conditions are being actively monitored, and adjustments to traffic patterns will be made as feasible.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:17 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently facing delays starting at Exit 28, Baydale Drive, which is located 4.5 miles away from the bridge. Similarly, westbound traffic is experiencing delays from Exit 39A, Castle Marina Road, 2.5 miles from the bridge. Due to the discontinuation of two-way traffic, the left lane on the bridge is closed, and the two right lanes are open. The bridge is also operating under wind warnings with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour, advising extra caution for vehicles vulnerable to high winds. Traffic patterns may be adjusted based on monitoring conditions.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:07 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, which is located 3.5 miles from the bridge. Similarly, westbound traffic delays begin at Shopping Center Road, 1.8 miles from the bridge. Presently, only the two right lanes are open due to the left lane being closed to discontinue two-way traffic. Additionally, the bridge is under wind warnings with sustained wind speeds of 30 to 39 miles per hour, advising caution for vehicles vulnerable to high winds. Bridge officials are actively monitoring conditions to possibly adjust traffic patterns.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:59 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays starting at exit 29b Cape St. Clair Road, approximately three miles from the bridge. Similarly, westbound traffic is facing delays beginning at Shopping Center Road, roughly 1.8 miles from the bridge. The bridge is under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Vehicles prone to high winds, such as house and box trailers, should proceed with caution. The bridge's left lane is closed, limiting traffic to the two right lanes to discontinuate two-way operations. Officials are actively monitoring conditions to adjust traffic patterns as needed, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe distance between vehicles to prevent rear-end collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:52 PMIssue reported
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is facing delays starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), located 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic sees delays starting at Exit 38A (Duke Street), 1.5 miles from the bridge. The bridge is under wind warnings, advising caution for high-profile vehicles due to sustained winds between 30 and 39 mph. The bridge's two right lanes are open, while the left lane is closed to discontinue two-way traffic operations. Drivers are reminded to follow lane-use signals and maintain safe distances to prevent collisions. Conditions are constantly monitored, and traffic patterns will be adjusted as necessary.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:40 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, due to discontinuation of two-way traffic. Westbound traffic is moving smoothly, despite a left lane closure on the bridge. The bridge is under wind warnings with wind speeds between 30 to 39 miles per hour, advising extra caution for house trailers, box trailers, and vehicles prone to high winds. Motorists are reminded to obey lane signals and maintain safe distances to prevent collisions. Traffic patterns may be adjusted based on ongoing monitoring of conditions.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:25 PMWind advisory
Eastbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently experiencing delays beginning at Exit 31, Whitehall Road, which is located 1.5 miles from the bridge. Meanwhile, westbound traffic is flowing smoothly, despite a closure in the left lane for discontinuation of two-way traffic operations. Additionally, the bridge is under a wind warning, with sustained wind speeds ranging between 30 and 39 miles per hour, urging drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and vehicles vulnerable to high winds to exercise caution. It's crucial for all motorists to heed lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions. Traffic conditions are subject to change, and motorists are advised to stay updated.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:22 PMWind advisory
Currently, the Bay Bridge in Maryland is operating under wind warnings due to sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Motorists, especially those in house trailers, box trailers, and vehicles susceptible to high winds, are advised to use caution when crossing the bridge. This information is relevant for the stretch from the Annapolis area to the US-5301 split in Queenstown. Traffic status updates suggest that there are no major disruptions at the moment, ensuring a clear path for travelers on US 50.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:16 PMWind advisory
There are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction. Currently, the bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour, advising caution for house trailers, box trailers, and vehicles vulnerable to high winds. Two-way traffic operations are not in effect due to these conditions. Bridge officials are continuously monitoring the situation to adjust traffic patterns as needed, and motorists are reminded to follow lane-use signals and maintain safe distances from other vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:04 AMAll clear
Currently, traffic is clear on the US-50 corridor from the Annapolis area to the US-5301 split in Queenstown, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound. Drivers are reminded to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:16 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently flowing smoothly on the Bay Bridge in both directions with no delays. Eastbound and westbound lanes are clear, although the left lane is closed on the bridge for preparation of two-way traffic. It's important for drivers to follow lane use signals and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to prevent accidents.
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