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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.

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

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  1. 8:15 PMAll clear

    There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For weekend travel, the recommended 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. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear-end collisions.

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  2. 7:46 PMAll clear

    There are no backups or delays on the Bay Bridge in either direction. Eastbound and westbound traffic are both moving smoothly, despite lane closures for the discontinuation of two-way traffic.

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  3. 7:24 PMAll clear

    No delays on US-50 with three lanes eastbound and two lanes westbound. Obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance to avoid collisions.

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  4. 7:18 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic on US-50 is experiencing delays starting at Exit 32, Sandy Point, approximately one mile from the Bay Bridge. There are no delays westbound. Currently, there are three lanes open eastbound and two lanes westbound. Travelers are advised to stay on US-50, maintain safe distances, and follow lane use signals to prevent rear-end collisions.

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  5. 7:14 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at exit 30, Bayhead Road, which is 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Currently, three lanes are open eastbound and two lanes are open westbound. No delays are reported westbound.

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  6. 6:58 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, which is 3.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. There are no delays westbound. Currently, three lanes are open eastbound and two lanes westbound.

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  7. 6:42 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, which is 3.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane on the bridge being closed for preparation of two-way traffic. Two-way traffic operations are not in effect currently. Motorists should obey lane signals and maintain safe distances to avoid collisions. Bridge officials are monitoring conditions and will adjust traffic patterns if necessary.

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  8. 6:16 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at exit 27, route 2, Richie Highway, 5.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear, despite the left lane closure on the bridge for two-way traffic preparation. Two-way traffic operations are not in effect. Bridge officials will monitor and adjust traffic patterns as needed. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid collisions.

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  9. 6:16 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at the Severn River Bridge, which is six miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is moving smoothly despite the left lane being closed for preparation of two-way traffic. Two-way operations are not currently in effect. Obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance to avoid collisions. Traffic patterns may be adjusted based on monitored conditions.

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  10. 5:59 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 24, Maryland 70, Role Boulevard, approximately 7.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane being closed in preparation for two-way traffic. Two-way traffic operations are not currently in effect.

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  11. 4:41 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 23, Maryland 450, approximately 9 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane being closed on the bridge. Lane use signals must be obeyed, and maintaining a safe distance is advised to avoid collisions. Two-way traffic operations are not currently in effect, but conditions are being monitored for possible adjustments.

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  12. 4:41 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 23, Maryland 450, approximately 9 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane being closed on the bridge. Lane use signals must be obeyed, and maintaining a safe distance is advised to avoid collisions. Two-way traffic operations are not currently in effect, but conditions are being monitored for possible adjustments.

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  13. 4:07 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 24 (Maryland 70, Ritchie Highway), about 7.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic faces no delays despite the left lane on the bridge being closed to prepare for two-way traffic. Remember to obey lane use signals and maintain a safe driving distance to prevent collisions.

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  14. 3:49 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at exit 27, route 2, Richie Highway, 5.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic has no delays despite the closure of the left lane on the bridge.

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  15. 3:34 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29A, Bush Frontage Road, 3.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane being closed for preparation of two-way traffic. Remember to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to avoid collisions.

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  16. 3:14 PMIssue reported

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 29B Cape St. Clair Road, three miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear despite the left lane being closed for preparation of two-way traffic. Obey lane use signals and maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions.

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  17. 3:00 PMTraffic advisory

    Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at exit 30, Bay Head Road. This location is 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Westbound traffic is clear, despite the left lane being closed on the bridge for preparation of two-way traffic.

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  18. 1:07 PMAll clear

    No backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Eastbound traffic is clear with no delays. Westbound traffic is also clear; however, the left lane on the bridge is closed for preparation of two-way traffic. Drivers should maintain a safe distance to avoid collisions.

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  19. 9:54 AMAll clear

    There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For weekend travel, the recommended 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. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear-end collisions.

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  20. 9:10 AMAll clear

    There are delays for westbound traffic towards the Severn River Bridge starting at Exit 30, which is about three miles away from the bridge. There are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge.

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  21. 8:56 AMAll clear

    No backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. Westbound motorists towards the Severn River Bridge are experiencing delays starting at Exit 32, Sandy Point Exit, located about five miles from the Severn River Bridge. Avoid this route if possible. Save money with available passes for smoother travel.

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  22. 8:21 AMAll clear

    Traffic is clear on and approaching the Bay Bridge. Westbound travelers towards the Severn River Bridge should anticipate delays starting approximately 6 miles from the Bay Bridge as they exit the westbound bridge.

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  23. 8:14 AMAll clear

    There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For weekend travel, the recommended 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. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear-end collisions.

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  24. 8:02 AMTraffic advisory

    Motorists traveling westbound on US 50 are experiencing delays starting at Exit 38A Duke Street, about 1.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. There are no delays for eastbound traffic. Westbound traffic is backed up.

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  25. 7:54 AMTraffic advisory

    Motorists traveling westbound on US 50 are experiencing delays starting at Exit 39A, Castle Marina Road, roughly 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. There are no delays eastbound. Remember to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid rear-end collisions.

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  26. 7:33 AMTraffic advisory

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 41, Kent Narrows Bridge, 4.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is clear. Drive safely and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.

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  27. 7:29 AMIssue reported

    Currently, westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting from Exit 40A, South Piney Creek Road, due to a disabled vehicle with the left lane on the bridge closed. The two right lanes remain open. Eastbound traffic is running smoothly with no reported delays. Travelers are advised to maintain a safe following distance to avoid incidents.

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  28. 7:27 AMIssue reported

    Westbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at Exit 39B due to an earlier crash. Eastbound traffic is clear. Motorists should maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid accidents.

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  29. 7:25 AMIssue reported

    Westbound traffic on US 50 is facing delays starting at Exit 39B due to a disabled vehicle. The left lane on the Bay Bridge is closed, but the two right lanes are open. Eastbound traffic has no delays. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to avoid collisions.

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  30. 7:22 AMTraffic advisory

    Westbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting at Exit 39B, Maryland 552, Dominion Road, approximately 3.2 miles from the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic has no delays. Remember to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear-end collisions.

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  31. 7:06 AMIssue reported

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting from Exit 39A, Castle Marina Road, which is 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is currently clear. Travelers are advised to stay on US 50 and maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead.

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  32. 6:55 AMTraffic advisory

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Shopping Center Road, 1.8 miles from the bridge. Eastbound traffic is clear. Obey lane signals and maintain a safe following distance to avoid collisions.

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  33. 3:02 AMAll clear

    There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For weekend travel, the recommended 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. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid rear-end collisions.

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