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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.
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- 11:52 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is flowing normally despite a right lane closure for road work, and westbound traffic remains clear.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:37 PMConstruction
Currently, there are no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While the right lane is closed for road work on the eastbound span, traffic continues to flow at normal speeds. Westbound travel remains entirely clear.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:37 PMConstruction
Currently, there are no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While the right lane is closed for road work on the eastbound span, traffic continues to flow at normal speeds. Westbound travel remains entirely clear.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:22 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays in either direction. Despite a right lane closure for road work on the eastbound side, travel times remain normal. Westbound traffic is also moving freely.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:07 PMConstruction
As of 11:16 PM on Thursday, April 16th, traffic is flowing normally with no delays or backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Although the right lane of the eastbound bridge is closed for road work, traffic remains clear. Westbound travel is also experiencing no delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:52 PMConstruction
No backups or delays are currently reported in either direction at the Bay Bridge as of 11:01 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Eastbound traffic is moving normally despite a right lane closure for road work, and westbound travel remains clear.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:52 PMConstruction
No backups or delays are currently reported in either direction at the Bay Bridge as of 11:01 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Eastbound traffic is moving normally despite a right lane closure for road work, and westbound travel remains clear.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:57 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently moving normally with no reported delays. As of 10:06 PM on Thursday, April 16th, travel times remain within typical ranges. For those planning trips over the upcoming weekend, 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 - 8:57 PMAll clear
As of Thursday night, there are currently no backups in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:57 PMAll clear
As of Thursday night, there are currently no backups in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:57 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. For those planning to travel this weekend, the best times to be on the road 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 - 7:57 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. For those planning to travel this weekend, the best times to be on the road 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 - 6:57 PMAll clear
As of Thursday, April 16th at 7:05 p.m., traffic is flowing normally with no delays reported in either direction. The bridge is currently operating with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound delays currently begin at Exit 27, approximately a half-mile from the Severn River Bridge. Traffic on the Bay Bridge remains clear in both directions, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound delays currently begin at Exit 27, approximately a half-mile from the Severn River Bridge. Traffic on the Bay Bridge remains clear in both directions, with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of Thursday at 6:36 PM, there are no delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. The bridge is currently operating with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound. However, those traveling eastbound toward the Severn River Bridge will encounter delays starting at Exit 27.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, eastbound delays begin at Exit 27, approximately half a mile from the Severn River Bridge. Traffic on the Bay Bridge itself is currently moving at normal speeds with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, eastbound delays begin at Exit 27, approximately half a mile from the Severn River Bridge. Traffic on the Bay Bridge itself is currently moving at normal speeds with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:57 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently delayed starting at Exit 27, approximately a half-mile from the Severn River Bridge. On the Bay Bridge, traffic is moving normally in both directions with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:42 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic heading toward the Severn River Bridge is delayed starting at Exit 27, approximately half a mile from the bridge. On the Bay Bridge itself, traffic is moving normally with no delays in either direction. The bridge is currently operating with three lanes eastbound and two lanes westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 4:42 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction. As of 4:51 PM on Thursday, April 16th, the bridge is operating with three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound. Travel times remain within normal ranges for both directions.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:41 PMAll clear
As of Thursday, April 16th at 3:50 p.m., traffic is flowing normally with no delays in either direction. There are currently three lanes operating eastbound and two lanes operating westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of 3:35 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), located 1.5 miles from the bridge. There are currently three lanes open for eastbound travel. Westbound traffic is moving normally with no delays and has two lanes open.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:12 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is currently clear and moving at normal speeds. There are three lanes open eastbound and two lanes open westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:57 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a 2.5-mile delay starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road). In contrast, westbound traffic is moving normally with no delays, despite a left lane closure on the bridge for two-way traffic preparation.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:42 PMTraffic advisory
As of Thursday, April 16th at 2:50 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), roughly 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is moving normally with no delays, though the left lane on the bridge is closed to prepare for two-way traffic.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of 2:35 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, Eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is currently clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:12 PMConstruction
As of 2:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays approaching or crossing the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, the right lane on the westbound bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:12 PMConstruction
As of 2:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays approaching or crossing the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, the right lane on the westbound bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:57 PMConstruction
As of 2:05 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, traffic on the Bay Bridge is clear with no delays or backups in either direction. Despite a right lane closure on the westbound bridge for maintenance, travel remains at normal speeds.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:42 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge, and traffic is moving at normal travel speeds. Although the westbound right lane is closed for roadwork, it is not currently impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:42 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge, and traffic is moving at normal travel speeds. Although the westbound right lane is closed for roadwork, it is not currently impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:27 PMConstruction
As of 1:35 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, traffic is clear with no backups or delays reported in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Travel times are normal for both spans; however, the right lane on the westbound bridge is currently closed due to road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:12 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction. As of 1:21 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, traffic is moving normally on both the eastbound and westbound spans. Motorists should be aware that the right lane on the bridge is closed for ongoing roadwork.
- 1:02 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing a one-mile backup starting at Exit 32 (Sandy Point). Westbound traffic remains clear, although the right lane on the bridge is closed for maintenance.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:47 PMConstruction
As of 12:55 p.m. on Thursday, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, the right lane on the westbound bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:47 PMConstruction
As of 12:55 p.m. on Thursday, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic is moving normally, the right lane on the westbound bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:32 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of Thursday, April 16th at 12:40 p.m., traffic is moving at normal travel speeds. While the right lane of the westbound bridge is closed for roadwork, it is not currently impacting traffic flow.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:17 PMConstruction
As of April 16th at 12:25 p.m., traffic is clear with no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Travel times are currently normal, although the right lane on the westbound span is closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:02 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge as of Thursday, April 16th at 12:10 p.m. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are moving at normal speeds. Drivers should be aware that the right lane on the westbound bridge is closed for road work, though it is not currently impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:02 PMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge as of Thursday, April 16th at 12:10 p.m. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are moving at normal speeds. Drivers should be aware that the right lane on the westbound bridge is closed for road work, though it is not currently impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:47 AMConstruction
Traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear with no backups or delays in either direction. Both eastbound and westbound travel times are normal for this time of day. Although the right lane is closed for road work, it is not currently impacting the flow of traffic.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:32 AMConstruction
As of Thursday, April 16th at 11:40 a.m., there are currently no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are moving at normal speeds. While the right lane on the westbound bridge is closed for road work, it is not impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:32 AMConstruction
As of Thursday, April 16th at 11:40 a.m., there are currently no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are moving at normal speeds. While the right lane on the westbound bridge is closed for road work, it is not impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:31 AMAll clear
As of Thursday, April 16th, at 10:41 a.m., there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge. Traffic is moving at normal speeds in both directions with no delays reported.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:18 AMConstruction
As of 10:26 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Traffic is flowing normally despite a right lane closure currently in place for roadworks.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:18 AMConstruction
As of 10:26 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Traffic is flowing normally despite a right lane closure currently in place for roadworks.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:03 AMConstruction
As of 10:11 a.m. on Thursday, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Both eastbound and westbound traffic are flowing normally. Please note that the right lane on the bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:48 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays reported in either direction as of 9:56 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Both eastbound and westbound travel times are normal, though the right lane on the westbound span is closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:48 AMAll clear
As of 8:56 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. For those planning travel this weekend, the best times to cross 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 - 7:48 AMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups in either direction at the Bay Bridge as of 7:56 a.m. Thursday, April 16th. For those traveling this weekend, the best times to cross 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 - 7:48 AMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups in either direction at the Bay Bridge as of 7:56 a.m. Thursday, April 16th. For those traveling this weekend, the best times to cross 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 - 7:33 AMIssue reported
As of 7:41 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is flowing normally on the eastbound span. On the westbound span, the right lane is currently closed to accommodate a disabled vehicle, but this has not resulted in any travel delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:33 AMIssue reported
As of 7:41 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is flowing normally on the eastbound span. On the westbound span, the right lane is currently closed to accommodate a disabled vehicle, but this has not resulted in any travel delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:33 AMIssue reported
As of Thursday, April 16th at 7:41 a.m., there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is moving at normal speeds for both eastbound and westbound travelers. While the right lane is currently closed westbound due to a disabled vehicle, it is not currently causing any significant impact on travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:33 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. For weekend travel, the best times to cross 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 - 5:33 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning trips this weekend, 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 - 5:33 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning trips this weekend, 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 - 4:33 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no reported backups and normal travel times. For those planning trips over the coming weekend, 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 - 4:33 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no reported backups and normal travel times. For those planning trips over the coming weekend, 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 - 3:33 AMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. For those planning trips this weekend, the best times to travel on Friday and Sunday are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. On Saturday, the lightest traffic is expected before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:17 AMIssue reported
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of 3:26 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, travel times are normal for both eastbound and westbound commuters. The two left lanes on the bridge are currently closed to facilitate the discontinuation of two-way traffic.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:02 AMConstruction
There are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction as of 3:11 PM on Thursday. Traffic is flowing normally with two lanes open both eastbound and westbound. Note that the right lane on the eastbound bridge is currently closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:47 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays at the Bay Bridge. As of 2:56 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, traffic is moving at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer, leaving one lane open for travel in each direction.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:33 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge. While travel times are normal, the eastbound bridge is closed for road work. All traffic is being shifted to the westbound bridge, which is currently operating with one lane open in each direction. The center lane on the westbound bridge is closed to serve as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:17 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge, and travel times remain normal in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, resulting in two-way traffic on the westbound span. Currently, only one lane is open eastbound and one lane westbound, with the center lane closed as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:02 AMConstruction
Traffic is flowing with no backups or delays currently at the Bay Bridge. The eastbound bridge is closed for roadwork, shifting all travel to the westbound bridge. Traffic is restricted to one lane in each direction, with the center lane closed as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:48 AMConstruction
As of 1:56 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, and traffic flow remains normal. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, requiring all traffic to use the westbound bridge. Travel is currently limited to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound, with the center lane on the westbound bridge closed as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:48 AMConstruction
As of 1:56 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, and traffic flow remains normal. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, requiring all traffic to use the westbound bridge. Travel is currently limited to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound, with the center lane on the westbound bridge closed as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:33 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays as of 1:41 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Due to road work, the eastbound bridge is closed, and traffic is operating with one lane in each direction on the westbound bridge. The center lane of the westbound bridge is also closed to serve as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:33 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays as of 1:41 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Due to road work, the eastbound bridge is closed, and traffic is operating with one lane in each direction on the westbound bridge. The center lane of the westbound bridge is also closed to serve as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:18 AMConstruction
As of 1:26 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, and traffic flow remains normal. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, while the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for use as a buffer. Traffic is currently restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:02 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge. Traffic is flowing at normal travel times. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, resulting in a two-way traffic configuration on the westbound bridge. One lane is open for eastbound travel and one lane for westbound travel, with the center lane closed as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:57 AMBridge closed
As of 1:06 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. Currently, traffic is restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound. Westbound travel times are normal at 7 minutes, while eastbound travel is slightly above average at 14 minutes.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:43 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays as of 12:51 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, with traffic flowing at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is closed for roadwork, meaning traffic is currently restricted to one lane in each direction on the westbound bridge. The center lane of the westbound bridge is also closed to serve as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:43 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays as of 12:51 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, with traffic flowing at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is closed for roadwork, meaning traffic is currently restricted to one lane in each direction on the westbound bridge. The center lane of the westbound bridge is also closed to serve as a buffer.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:27 AMConstruction
As of 12:36 a.m. on Thursday, April 16th, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge. Traffic is currently limited to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound. The eastbound bridge is closed for roadwork, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer, meaning all traffic is sharing the westbound span.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:13 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays reported. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and traffic is being diverted to the westbound span. This span is operating with one lane open in each direction and the center lane closed as a buffer. Travel times remain normal for both eastbound and westbound motorists.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:13 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays reported. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and traffic is being diverted to the westbound span. This span is operating with one lane open in each direction and the center lane closed as a buffer. Travel times remain normal for both eastbound and westbound motorists.
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