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 conditions9 updates logged
- 9:23 PMConstruction
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays at exit 29b Cape St. Clair Road due to road work on the eastbound bridge. Westbound traffic is flowing normally with one lane open. The center lane on the westbound bridge is closed to create a buffer zone. Drivers should obey lane signals and maintain a safe following distance.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:02 PMConstruction
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, with only one lane open. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, causing the center lane on the westbound bridge to be used as a buffer, where only one lane is open for westbound traffic as well. Travelers should remain cautious and maintain safe driving distances. There are no current delays for westbound traffic.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:20 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently flowing smoothly on US 50 at the Bay Bridge, with no reported backups or delays. The bridge is operating one lane in each direction: eastbound traffic is rerouted due to road closures for maintenance, while the westbound bridge has a center buffer lane closed to maintain safety. All drivers are required to observe lane signals and keep a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Updates will be provided as conditions change.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:44 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently flowing smoothly on the Bay Bridge with no backups or delays in either direction. Currently, the bridge is operating with one lane westbound and two lanes eastbound. Note that there are lane closures due to road work: the right lane on the eastbound bridge and the center lane on the westbound bridge. Drivers are advised to obey lane use signals and maintain a safe distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:20 PMAll clear
Traffic on US-50 is currently flowing smoothly, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes westbound. Drivers are reminded to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Traffic conditions are being monitored and updates will be provided as necessary.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:00 PMTraffic advisory
Current Traffic Update for the Bay Bridge, Maryland:
Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at exit 27, approximately one-half mile before the Seven River Bridge. Traffic updates will be provided as conditions change.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:44 PMAll clear
Traffic on US-50 is currently flowing smoothly, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes westbound. Drivers are reminded to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions. Traffic conditions are being monitored and updates will be provided as necessary.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:29 AMAll clear
Traffic along the U.S. 50 corridor at the Bay Bridge is currently clear in both eastbound and westbound directions. There is a lane closure in the westbound direction for preparation of two-way traffic, but it is not causing any delays. Drivers are advised to obey lane use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent collisions.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:38 AMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. To ensure a smooth journey, travelers are advised to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. For optimal travel times, consider departing before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. Traffic updates will be provided as conditions change.
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