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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.
Check current bridge conditions →58 updates logged
- 11:47 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays on the Bay Bridge. The westbound bridge is closed for road work, and traffic is reduced to one lane in each direction. Travel times remain normal for both eastbound and westbound trips.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:32 PMConstruction
As of 11:41 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, there are no backups or delays at the Bay Bridge. The westbound span is closed for road work, and traffic is currently restricted to one lane in each direction.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:22 PMConstruction
As of Sunday, April 19th at 11:31 p.m., traffic is clear with no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. The westbound bridge is closed for road work, and the facility is currently operating with two-way traffic flow—one lane eastbound and one lane westbound—on the eastbound span.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:07 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays. The westbound bridge is closed for roadwork, and traffic is operating in a two-way configuration on the eastbound bridge with one lane open in each direction.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:02 PMBridge closed
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. As of Sunday, April 19th at 11:11 PM, the westbound bridge is closed for road work. Traffic is currently being funneled into a two-way configuration with one lane open for westbound travel and one lane open for eastbound travel. Despite the bridge closure and lane restrictions, travel times remain normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:02 PMBridge closed
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. As of Sunday, April 19th at 11:11 PM, the westbound bridge is closed for road work. Traffic is currently being funneled into a two-way configuration with one lane open for westbound travel and one lane open for eastbound travel. Despite the bridge closure and lane restrictions, travel times remain normal.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:47 PMConstruction
As of Sunday, April 19th at 10:56 p.m., there are no backups or delays currently affecting traffic on or approaching the bridge. While travel times remain normal, the westbound bridge is closed for road work. Traffic is currently limited to one lane in each direction.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:32 PMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Both eastbound and westbound travel times remain normal. Eastbound motorists will find the left lane closed for two-way traffic preparation, while westbound traffic has the two right lanes closed for ongoing road work. Despite these closures, there are currently no delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:17 PMConstruction
Currently, there are no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is moving normally despite a left lane closure for two-way traffic preparation. Westbound traffic also remains clear, even with the two right lanes closed for road work.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:02 PMConstruction
As of 10:11 PM on Sunday, April 19th, there are currently no backups or delays in either direction at the Bay Bridge. Traffic is flowing at normal speeds eastbound and westbound. On the westbound bridge, the two right lanes are closed for road work, though this is not currently impacting travel times.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:02 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups on or approaching the bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing at normal speeds. For the best travel experience, plan to cross before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays. On Saturdays, the best windows are before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:47 PMWind advisory
There are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The bridge is currently 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 caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:47 PMWind advisory
There are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The bridge is currently 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 caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:32 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently moving at normal speeds with no delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While the path is clear, the bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use extra caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:17 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. The bridge is operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other wind-vulnerable vehicles should use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:02 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction. As of Sunday evening, 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 when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:47 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction. A wind warning is in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other wind-vulnerable vehicles should exercise caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:32 PMWind advisory
As of 7:41 p.m. on Sunday, April 19th, 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 measured between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of box trailers, house trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds are advised to use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:17 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction. As of 7:26 p.m. on Sunday, April 19th, 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 use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:02 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction as of Sunday, April 19th at 7:11 p.m. The bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of box trailers, house trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:02 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction as of Sunday, April 19th at 7:11 p.m. The bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of box trailers, house trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:47 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction as of 6:56 PM on Sunday, April 19th. 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 use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:32 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. 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 use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:17 PMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing at normal travel speeds. The bridge is operating under a wind warning due to sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 6:02 PMWind advisory
Traffic is currently flowing normally across the bridge, but wind warnings are in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles should exercise caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 5:02 PMAll clear
As of 5:11 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic flowing 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 - 4:02 PMAll clear
As of Sunday at 4:11 p.m., there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow is normal. For those planning travel later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:47 PMTraffic advisory
As of 3:56 PM on Sunday, April 19th, westbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Shopping Center Road, approximately 1.8 miles from the bridge. Eastbound travel is currently clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:32 PMTraffic advisory
Westbound travelers are currently facing delays starting at Exit 39A (Castle Marina Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge. Eastbound traffic is moving normally with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:33 PMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For those traveling this Sunday, the best remaining time to cross is after 10 p.m. For future weekend travel, the most favorable windows are Fridays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:33 PMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For those traveling this Sunday, the best remaining time to cross is after 10 p.m. For future weekend travel, the most favorable windows are Fridays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:33 PMAll clear
Currently, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For those traveling this Sunday, the best remaining time to cross is after 10 p.m. For future weekend travel, the most favorable windows are Fridays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:17 PMTraffic advisory
As of 2:26 p.m. on Sunday, April 19th, eastbound traffic is experiencing delays beginning at Exit 32 Sandy Point, roughly one mile from the bridge. Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:02 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday afternoon at 2:11 p.m., eastbound traffic is backed up for 1.5 miles starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road). Westbound traffic is currently clear with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:47 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound travelers are currently facing a 2.5-mile backup starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road). Westbound traffic is moving normally with no reported delays.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:33 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound US 50 is experiencing delays beginning 1.5 miles from the bridge at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road). While westbound traffic on the Bay Bridge is currently clear, those traveling toward the Severn River Bridge should expect backups starting at Exit 27, roughly a half-mile from that bridge.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:32 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal travel speeds.
For those planning trips throughout the 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.
- Sunday: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:17 AMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions at the Bay Bridge. As of Sunday morning, the bridge is operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of box trailers, house trailers, and other wind-vulnerable vehicles should exercise caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 11:02 AMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles vulnerable to winds should exercise extra caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:47 AMWind advisory
As of 10:56 a.m. on Sunday, April 19th, there are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is moving at normal speeds; however, the bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles should use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:32 AMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:03 AMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under a wind warning due to sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 10:03 AMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under a wind warning due to sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:47 AMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no delays in either direction, reflecting normal travel times for both eastbound and westbound commuters. The bridge is operating under wind warnings with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:32 AMWind advisory
Traffic is currently flowing normally with no delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While conditions are clear, a wind warning is in effect with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other high-profile vehicles should exercise caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:17 AMWind 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 wind-vulnerable vehicles should use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:03 AMWind advisory
As of 9:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 19th, there are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. The bridge is currently operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 9:02 AMWind advisory
As of 9:11 a.m. on Sunday, April 19th, there are no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow remains normal. The bridge is currently operating under a wind warning with sustained speeds between 30 and 39 miles per hour. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should exercise caution while crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:47 AMWind advisory
Traffic is currently clear in both directions with no reported delays. 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 use caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 8:32 AMWind advisory
There are currently no delays at the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds. The bridge is operating under wind warnings due to sustained wind speeds between 30 and 39 mph. Drivers of house trailers, box trailers, and other vehicles vulnerable to high winds should use extra caution when crossing.
Listen to BaySpan - 7:32 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times are normal. 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 - 6:32 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is flowing normally. For the best travel experience this weekend, plan to cross on 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 - 4:32 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. Traffic flow is normal for Sunday, April 19th. To avoid potential delays for the remainder of the day, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. Recommended travel windows for the rest of the weekend include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 3:32 AMAll clear
As of 3:41 a.m. on Sunday, April 19th, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, with traffic moving at normal speeds.
For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. For future planning, optimal travel windows typically include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 2:32 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 planning trips throughout the 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 - 1:33 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 weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. Generally, the lightest weekend traffic occurs Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 1:33 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 weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. Generally, the lightest weekend traffic occurs Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
Listen to BaySpan - 12:32 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. For those planning to travel later today, Sunday, April 19th, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
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