–photo courtesy of MDTA- Maryland Department of Transportation Authority gave an update on the Key Bridge demolition and they reported landside removal is complete on both the north and south sides. That includes 70,000+ linear feet of concrete sawcuts completed, 24,000+ cubic yards of bridge concrete removed and recycled, 10,000+ cubic yards of piers demolished … Read more
–photo courtesy of Maryland Transportation Authority- Gov. Wes Moore announced he had a meeting with US Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and there was an agreement to expedite the reconstruction plans for both the Key Bridge and the American Legion Bridge projects. “We all agree that building great, big things shouldn’t be impossible in … Read more
The new North Point Association will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Jan. 14 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Essex Branch of the Baltimore County Library, 1110 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. The North Point Branch meeting room is being renovated There will be an update on the Key Bridge Rebuild and a question … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority provided a Key Bridge demolition update (and photos) as there was a mechanical demolition of the north side of the existing bridge. It was reported crews removed 10 girder spans and have demolished five columns using a large excavator equipped with an extended boom and mechanical demolition hammer.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will host a virtual community update on the Key Bridge Rebuild Project. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. The meeting will provide the latest information including pre-construction activities, factors influencing estimated cost range and schedule, design elements, upcoming construction activities, and commuter resources. … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the delay and cost increase of the Key Bridge Rebuild. As the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge moves forward, the moment demands one thing above all: unity. Now is the time for working together — not political sparring. I was very … Read more
–photos courtesy of MDOT- The Maryland Department of Transportation provided an update on the Key Bridge demolition. Here is the statement and photos released. “Progress is moving along on both sides of the existing bridge! We’ve successfully removed five girder spans on the north side and eight girder spans on the south side,” MDOT said … Read more
The Maryland Transportation Authority announced that the cost range has been increased and the scheduled opening of the Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild has been pushed back. The cost has increased to $4.3-$5.2 billion and the anticipated opening of the new bridge was set for late 2028. That date has been delayed two years to … Read more
-photos courtesy of Key Bridge Rebuild- The Maryland Department of Transportation gave an update on the Key Bridge demolition on its Key Bridge Rebuild site. According to the site, all north and south side spans of concrete roadway decking have been removed. The removal of the steel girders on the south side is scheduled next. … Read more
–photo courtesy of MDTA– Maryland Transportation Authority announced progress continues for the Key Bridge rebuiild as Test Pile arrived at the rebuild site last week. Here is the offical release from MDTA The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced the Test Pile Program for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is expected to begin … Read more
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) will hold a public informational hearing on regarding the Maryland Transportation Authority’s (MDTA) request to amend its permit for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild. The hearing takes place on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department. Hearing begins at 5:30 p.m. with a … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority released information about the Key Bridge Rebuild. As demolition and pre-construction activity begins this summer, MDTA has announced via “Pardon Our Progress,” * Work Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. * Demolition Underway: Crews are actively removing portions of the bridge—no detonations planned * Noise & Vibration Monitoring: Real-time equipment helps … Read more
The following article was submitted by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) about demolition of the remaining structures at the Key Bridge in Dundalk The Maryland Transportation Authority announced that demolition of the existing structures of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is expected to begin on or about July 7, weather permitting. This marks a major … Read more
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced three $20 million Construction Management and Inspection Services contracts which were approved by the Maryland Board of Public Works in support of the Key Bridge Rebuild Project. The contracts, awarded to Greenman-Pederson, Inc./Gannett Fleming, Inc., a Joint Venture; Michael Baker International, Inc. / STV, Inc., a Joint Venture; and … Read more
-The following article and photo is courtesy of the Office of Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s Office- Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Department of Transportation today unveiled the new design concept for the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild, offering a fresh vision for one of Baltimore’s most iconic transportation landmarks. The event marks a significant … Read more