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Annapolis, MD - Windy conditions are in the forecast today. If wind warnings or restrictions are activated at the Bay Bridge, two-way operations (during which one lane of eastbound traffic is directed to the westbound span) will be prohibited. Drivers may experience eastbound delays during this afternoon's rush-hour period. Officials will continue to monitor weather conditions and will implement two-way operations if safe to do so.
For the latest on MDTA bridge wind warnings & restrictions follow us on twitter.com/TheMDTA. You may also call 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726) for 24/7 conditions at the Bay Bridge.
On all MDTA bridges, wind warnings and restrictions would be implemented as outlined below:
- Wind Warnings (sustained wind speeds of 30-39 mph for a continuous period of 10 mins or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 30 mph over a period of 15 mins) operators of house trailers, box trailers, motorcycles, vehicles with roof-mount racks containing cargo or any other vehicle that may be subject to high winds are advised to use caution while traveling across the bridge.
- Limited Wind Restrictions (sustained wind speeds of 40-49 mph for a continuous period of 10 mins or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 40 mph over a period of 15 mins) house trailers, empty box trailers or any vehicle that, in the opinion of law-enforcement personnel, may not safely cross the bridge will be prohibited from traveling the bridge. Motorists who are denied passage will be assisted with safely turning around.
- Full Wind Restrictions (sustained wind speeds exceeding 50 mph for a continuous period of 10 mins or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 50 mph over a period of 15 mins) only automobiles, pickup trucks, flatbed trailers, commercial buses and heavy-laden tractor/trailers are permitted to cross the bridge. Tractor-box trailer combinations will not be permitted to cross any bridge if the gross weight is less than 64,000 pounds.
- Traffic Holds/Bridge Closure (sustained wind speeds exceeding 55 mph for a continuous period of 10 mins or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 55 mph over a period of 15 mins) In the event of a sudden increase of sustained wind speeds or wind gusts that could jeopardize life or property, the MDTA may elect to discontinue the movement of all traffic across the bridge.
Stay on US 50 on both sides of the bridge to keep local roadways open for first responders and local residents.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
