Yahoo

Bay Bridge pier protection ‘deteriorated, detached and missing,’ according to inspection report obtained by The Sun

BALTIMORE — The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in March launched national probes into reinforcing the country’s infrastructure, but one need not look far to find an essential span recently in need ...
The Baltimore Sun

In wake of Key Bridge collapse, Maryland explores pier protection for Bay Bridge; initial budget is $145M

After the demise of its northern neighbor at the mighty hands of a massive cargo ship, Maryland’s lengthiest and most-celebrated bridge is expected to receive reinforcement from vessel collision in ...
Capital Gazette

Unlike Maryland, Delaware has made upgraded bridge pier protection a reality

After the 116,851-ton container ship Dali slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, collapsing it into the Patapsco River, an alarming fact became widely known: The structures designed to protect it ...
AOL

Bay Bridge safe, officials say, despite social media posts claiming shifted beam

Maryland Transportation Authority officials confirmed Monday morning that the Bay Bridge is safe for drivers and passengers, despite photos circulating on social media purporting to show a support ...
The New York Times

Engineers Raise Questions About Bridge’s Construction as Inquiry Begins

In reviewing images of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, some structural engineers said that its piers, which are essential to the structure’s integrity, appeared to lack protective barriers. By James ...