What’s Going On with the Baltimore Bridge? (3 Photos)
Remember back in March 2024 when a container ship lost power and crashed into one of the Baltimore bridge support pillars? Ever wonder what’s happening with that bridge today?
Initially, officials planned to fix it for $1,000,000,000 (one billion dollars). 
Later, Maryland authorities decided to build a brand-new bridge by October 2028 for $1.7–$1.9 billion. In November 2025, that estimate was revised: the opening was pushed back to late 2030, and the price tag ballooned to $4.3–$5.2 billion.
In April 2026, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) terminated its contract with general contractor Kiewit, whose $9 billion cost estimate far exceeded the state budget. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy called for a new bidding process amid rising costs and missed deadlines. Instead of a single contract, the project will now be split into four parts: demolition, the southern approach, the northern approach, and the main span. Currently, the main span and marine approaches alone are projected to cost $3.5–$4 billion.
Two and a half years have passed. As of October 2026, the old bridge hasn't even been demolished yet. Reports state that "preparatory work is underway" while authorities search for a new contractor. 
