Travelers heading to or from Maryland’s Eastern Shore this Fourth of July week should prepare for heavy traffic along the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and US 50 corridor. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is urging drivers to plan their trips around peak congestion times to avoid major delays.
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The holiday travel window extends from Wednesday, July 2, through Monday, July 7. To ease congestion, MDTA recommends motorists heading eastbound cross the bridge early in the morning or later in the evening. For example, on Thursday, July 3, the optimal eastbound travel times are before 7 a.m. or after 8 p.m. On the return westbound trip, the best times include before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. Travelers who do not adjust their plans should anticipate long delays in both directions.
To help maintain access for emergency services and local residents, drivers are encouraged to remain on US 50 rather than diverting onto local roads near the bridge. MDTA may implement two-way traffic operations on the bridge to ease eastbound congestion, although these will be restricted during periods of adverse weather, reduced visibility, or high westbound traffic volumes.
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Motorists are advised to pay close attention to overhead lane signals on and around the bridge. A red “X” indicates a closed lane, a yellow “X” signals that drivers should prepare to move out of the lane, and a green arrow denotes an open lane. Law enforcement will continue increased patrols throughout the holiday period, with particular attention to unsafe driving and violations of lane-control signals. Aggressive drivers can be reported by calling MDTA Police Dispatch at 410-537-7911.
Real-time traffic updates are available 24/7 by calling 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726) or by visiting baybridge.com. Drivers can also follow @TheMDTA on X for updates on incidents and road conditions.
Article by multiple contributors, based upon information from the Maryland Transportation Authority press release.
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