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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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- 11:52 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is flowing at normal speeds. A wind warning is in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Operators of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles should use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:42 PMWind advisory
Traffic is flowing normally with no delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge as of 11:51 PM on Sunday, April 5th. A wind warning is currently in effect, with sustained wind speeds measured between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise caution during the crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:27 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction across the Bay Bridge. Travel times are holding at normal durations for both eastbound and westbound commuters. A wind warning is currently in effect with sustained speeds measured between 30 and 39 mph. Operators of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles should exercise extra caution while crossing the span.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:12 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, a wind warning is in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise extra caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:12 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. However, a wind warning is in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise extra caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:57 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction. The bridge is operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise extra caution during their crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:42 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under wind warnings due to sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:12 PMWind advisory
As of 10:21 PM on Sunday, April 5th, there are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal speeds. The bridge is currently operating under wind warnings, with sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds are advised to use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:13 PMAll clear
As of 9:21 p.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups on the bridge in either direction, and traffic flow is normal.
For weekend travel, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays, or before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:12 PMAll clear
As of 9:21 p.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups on the bridge in either direction, and traffic flow is normal.
For weekend travel, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays, or before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:12 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal as of Sunday evening. For those planning future weekend trips, the best times to travel are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:12 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal as of Sunday evening. For those planning future weekend trips, the best times to travel are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:12 PMAll clear
As of 7:21 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, there are no backups currently approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the best travel experience throughout the weekend, plan to cross on Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:12 PMAll clear
As of 7:21 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, there are no backups currently approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the best travel experience throughout the weekend, plan to cross on Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:13 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Movement is fluid with normal travel times for both eastbound and westbound commuters. For those planning trips throughout the weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays, and before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:13 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Movement is fluid with normal travel times for both eastbound and westbound commuters. For those planning trips throughout the weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays, and before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:12 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For those planning travel throughout the weekend, the most favorable times to cross are Sundays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. On Fridays, the best windows are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., while Saturday travel is typically lightest before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:57 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, April 5th at 5:06 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road). Westbound travel remains normal with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road). Westbound travel remains normal with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a three-mile delay starting at Exit 29B (Cape Saint Claire Road). Westbound traffic remains clear with normal travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a three-mile delay starting at Exit 29B (Cape Saint Claire Road). Westbound traffic remains clear with normal travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:12 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road). Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:58 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound US 50 is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge, with travel times currently taking about twice as long as usual. Westbound traffic remains normal. Heavy fog is also causing reduced visibility across the span.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:58 PMFog advisory
Eastbound US 50 is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge, with travel times currently taking about twice as long as usual. Westbound traffic remains normal. Heavy fog is also causing reduced visibility across the span.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:57 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound US 50 is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge, with travel times currently taking about twice as long as usual. Westbound traffic remains normal. Heavy fog is also causing reduced visibility across the span.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 due to heavy volume and reduced visibility from heavy fog on the bridge. Westbound travel times remain normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 due to heavy volume and reduced visibility from heavy fog on the bridge. Westbound travel times remain normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:27 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday afternoon, eastbound traffic is experiencing a 2.5-mile delay starting at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road). Westbound travel remains normal. There is currently reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog; use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday afternoon, eastbound traffic is experiencing a 2.5-mile delay starting at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road). Westbound travel remains normal. There is currently reduced visibility on the bridge due to heavy fog; use low-beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:12 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road), roughly 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound travel remains clear with normal transit times. Heavy fog is significantly reducing visibility on the span; drivers should use low-beam headlights and maintain extra following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:57 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is backed up for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30. Heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Westbound traffic remains normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:43 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), while westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility for all travelers.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:43 PMFog advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), while westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility for all travelers.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:43 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed for 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road), while westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility for all travelers.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile delay starting at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road). Additionally, heavy fog has resulted in reduced visibility across the bridge. Westbound travel remains normal with no reported issues.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:12 PMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of Sunday afternoon, traffic is moving at normal speeds; however, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Drivers should use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:02 PMFog advisory
As of 2:11 p.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. Travelers should be aware of reduced visibility due to heavy fog, which requires using low beam headlights and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:02 PMFog advisory
As of 2:11 p.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. Travelers should be aware of reduced visibility due to heavy fog, which requires using low beam headlights and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:47 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Visibility is significantly reduced across the span due to heavy fog. Use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles. Westbound traffic is currently moving at normal speeds.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:47 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Visibility is significantly reduced across the span due to heavy fog. Use low beam headlights and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles. Westbound traffic is currently moving at normal speeds.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:32 PMFog advisory
As of Sunday, April 5th at 1:41 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), roughly 1.5 miles from the bridge. Heavy fog is also causing reduced visibility across the span. Westbound traffic remains normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:32 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, April 5th at 1:41 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), roughly 1.5 miles from the bridge. Heavy fog is also causing reduced visibility across the span. Westbound traffic remains normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:17 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road). Westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog on the bridge has significantly reduced visibility; use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:17 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Bay Head Road). Westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog on the bridge has significantly reduced visibility; use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:02 PMFog advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), while westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Ensure headlights are on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:02 PMFog advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed 2.5 miles starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), while westbound travel remains normal. Heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Ensure headlights are on low beam and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:02 PMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds as of Sunday, April 5th at 12:11 p.m.
If you are traveling during the holiday weekend, the best times to avoid congestion on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. For Saturday travel, the lightest traffic is expected before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds. For those traveling over the holiday weekend, the best times to head out are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday. If you are traveling on Saturday, plan to cross before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. to avoid delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:02 AMAll clear
As of 10:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those traveling over the holiday weekend, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday. On Saturday, the recommended travel windows are before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. As of 9:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, the bridge is clear. For those traveling during the remainder of the holiday weekend, the best times to be on the road for Sunday and Monday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. As of 9:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, the bridge is clear. For those traveling during the remainder of the holiday weekend, the best times to be on the road for Sunday and Monday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the remainder of the holiday weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sunday and Monday.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the remainder of the holiday weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sunday and Monday.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:02 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain at normal levels. For those traveling over the holiday weekend, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday. On Saturday, the recommended travel windows are before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:02 AMAll clear
As of 6:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning to travel later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:02 AMAll clear
As of 6:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning to travel later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:02 AMAll clear
As of 5:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, traffic is moving normally with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction.
For those traveling today, the best times to head out are before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. If you are planning ahead for the rest of the weekend, Friday travel is lightest before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., while Saturday is best before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds. To avoid future delays, the best times to travel are Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:03 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction and traffic flow is normal. For the best travel conditions on Sundays, plan to cross before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. Other ideal weekend windows include Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:02 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction and traffic flow is normal. For the best travel conditions on Sundays, plan to cross before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. Other ideal weekend windows include Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:02 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sunday. If you are planning future weekend trips, optimal travel windows are typically before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays, and before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:02 AMAll clear
As of 12:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning travel throughout the weekend, the best times to avoid congestion are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:02 AMAll clear
As of 12:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning travel throughout the weekend, the best times to avoid congestion are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
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