A Year After Deadly Collapse, New Designs Revealed For Replacement Of Baltimore Bridge

Almost a year after the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, state officials have revealed plans for its replacement.

Maryland’s new bridge design, which will be the state’s first cable-stayed structure, promises improved protection against ship strikes and will stand taller than its predecessor.

With an estimated cost of over $1.7 billion, the bridge is expected to be completed by 2028. The design features two towering structures with cables gracefully extending to the deck.

Maryland officials have stated that this new bridge will not only update the city’s skyline but also stand as a testament to resilience, progress, and economic recovery.

At a press event, Governor Wes Moore remarked that while today’s announcement is a triumph, it comes after the heartbreaking tragedy of the original bridge’s collapse.

The original bridge, a 1.6-mile (2.6 kilometres) steel span that opened in 1977, played a crucial role in connecting the port-focused industrial areas of Baltimore and helping drivers bypass downtown traffic.

However, the structure was tragically destroyed when a large container ship, the Dali, lost power and crashed into one of its supporting columns on March 26, 2024.

The incident led to the death of six construction workers who were repairing potholes on the bridge, with two other workers being rescued.

The collapse disrupted Baltimore’s port operations …

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