Skip to content

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 conditions

Monday, September 16, 2024

Jump to today

24 updates logged

  1. 8:57 PMAll clear

    There are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. Currently, one lane is open in each direction. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is being used as a buffer lane. Traffic is moving smoothly and times are close to typical durations.

    Listen to BaySpan
  2. 8:36 PMAll clear

    Traffic is currently clear on and approaching the Bay Bridge. One lane is open westbound and three lanes are open eastbound, with the center lane on the westbound bridge closed for a buffer lane. Please maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  3. 8:24 PMAll clear

    Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Eastbound traffic is experiencing no delays. Westbound traffic is also experiencing no delays despite the two left lanes being closed for road work. Motorists should maintain a safe distance to avoid accidents.

    Listen to BaySpan
  4. 8:06 PMAll clear

    There are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Eastbound and westbound traffic are experiencing no delays. The left lane on the bridge is closed for preparation of two-way traffic, but this is not causing any issues. Traffic is clear in both directions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  5. 6:15 PMAll clear

    Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are experiencing no delays. The left lane on the bridge is closed, but this is not causing any disruptions. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to avoid collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  6. 4:10 PMAll clear

    Traffic is currently clear on the Bay Bridge, with no delays in either direction. Three lanes are open eastbound and two lanes are open westbound. Remember to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prevent rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  7. 3:41 PMAll clear

    Currently, traffic on the Bay Bridge is running smoothly with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound, and no delays in either direction. Expect minor delays westbound starting at exit 29 Cape St. Clair Road, about two and a half miles from the Severn River Bridge. Traffic conditions and lane configurations will be updated as necessary. Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  8. 3:22 PMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes westbound. Expect no delays in either direction. However, be aware of potential westbound delays starting at exit 28, approximately one mile from the Seven River Bridge. Maintain a safe distance to avoid rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  9. 2:58 PMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no delays in either direction. The eastbound traffic is moving smoothly, and westbound traffic is also moving smoothly despite the left lane closure for preparation of two-way traffic. Travelers are reminded to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front to avoid collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  10. 2:29 PMAll clear

    Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is normal and moving smoothly. The best times to travel this weekend are before 10 a.m. Remember to obey lane-use signals and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

    Listen to BaySpan
  11. 2:17 PMTraffic advisory

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 38A, Duke Street, approximately 1.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is moving smoothly with no reported delays. Motorists should be aware of westbound congestion near Duke Street.

    Listen to BaySpan
  12. 2:07 PMTraffic advisory

    Westbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays starting 1.8 miles from the bridge. Eastbound traffic has no delays. Maintain safe distances to avoid collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  13. 2:02 PMIssue reported

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 39A, Castle Marina Road, which is 2.5 miles from the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is clear with no delays reported. Motorists should stay on US 50.

    Listen to BaySpan
  14. 1:09 PMConstruction

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Shopping Center Road, 1.8 miles from the bridge. Two right lanes are open, while the left lane on the bridge is closed for road work. Eastbound traffic is moving smoothly with no delays.

    Listen to BaySpan
  15. 1:08 PMConstruction

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Shopping Center Road, 1.8 miles from the bridge. Two right lanes are open, while the left lane on the bridge is closed for road work. Eastbound traffic is moving smoothly with no delays.

    Listen to BaySpan
  16. 1:08 PMConstruction

    Westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Shopping Center Road, 1.8 miles from the bridge. Two right lanes are open, while the left lane on the bridge is closed for road work. Eastbound traffic is moving smoothly with no delays.

    Listen to BaySpan
  17. 12:20 PMIssue reported

    Westbound traffic on US 50 is experiencing delays near the Route 8 overpass. The left lane on the Bay Bridge is closed for road work, with the two right lanes open. Eastbound traffic is clear with no delays.

    Listen to BaySpan
  18. 10:00 AMAll clear

    Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction.

    Eastbound and westbound traffic are experiencing no delays, although the left lane on the bridge is closed for road work. Motorists should continue to obey lane signals and maintain safe distances to prevent collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  19. 9:23 AMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no backups in either direction. Best travel times this weekend are before 10 a.m. Maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  20. 9:12 AMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear in both directions. Eastbound traffic is experiencing no delays. Westbound traffic is also moving smoothly, despite a right lane closure on the bridge due to a disabled vehicle. Ensure to maintain a safe distance between vehicles to avoid collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  21. 8:49 AMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no backups in either direction. Best travel times this weekend are before 10 a.m. Maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  22. 8:46 AMAll clear

    Currently, there are no delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is moving smoothly. Westbound traffic is also clear despite the center lane being closed for debris.

    Listen to BaySpan
  23. 4:18 AMAll clear

    Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no backups in either direction. Best travel times this weekend are before 10 a.m. Maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions.

    Listen to BaySpan
  24. 4:00 AMAll clear

    Currently, there's no delay for westbound traffic and eastbound traffic, despite lane closures on the bridge. Traffic is flowing smoothly both directions on the Bay Bridge. Please ensure to follow all traffic signals and maintain a safe following distance.

    Listen to BaySpan