Designs Unveiled for Replacement of Baltimore’s Key Bridge

Rendering of the replacement of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, with downtown Baltimore on the left and the Port of Baltimore on the right. With its graceful outline and delicate design, officials said the new bridge will modernize Baltimore’s skyline. (Office of the Governor of Maryland via Associated Press)

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SPARROWS POINT, Md. — Almost a year after the deadly collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Maryland officials on Feb. 4 unveiled their designs for its replacement, which will be taller and better protected against ship strikes.

Construction of the state’s first cable-stayed bridge could be completed in 2028 and cost about $1.7 billion.

With its graceful outline and delicate design, officials said the new bridge will modernize Baltimore’s skyline, becoming a symbol of resilience, progress and economic growth. The design features two towers w…