UPDATED: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Issues Permit for Rebuild of Francis Scott Key Bridge

The approach from the northern/Dundalk side of the original Key Bridge structure is seen still standing from the shoreline, June 21, 2024. The Fort McHenry Federal Channel, which had been blocked in some capacity by the bridge collapse since March 26, was restored to its original operational dimensions of 700 feet wide and 50 feet deep on June 10, 2024, for commercial maritime transit through the Port of Baltimore. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers photo by Thomas I. Deaton)

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has issued its permit (Section 10/404/408 permit decision) for the rebuild of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, granting the Maryland Transportation Authority permission to construct the bridge that will reconnect the I-695 Baltimore Beltway and improve community accessibility lost following the collapse of the original structure…

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Governor Moore Unveils Design for Francis Scott Key Bridge

Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Department of Transportation have announced the new design concept for the Francis Scott Key Bridge reconstruction, presenting plans for one of Baltimore’s key transportation structures. This event is a milestone in the multi-year project, which aims to restore connectivity, enhance accessibility, and support economic growth in the region. Governor…

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Key Bridge Update – Friday, April 5

Work has been on-going – day and night to clear the wreckage of the Key Bridge since the container ship, Dali, struck the bridge in the early morning hours of March 26th. Two channels have been opened to maneuver tugs and barges around the collapse site and also help traverse some smaller vessels. The US…

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