![]() ![]() See the Driver Information section below for details. The lanes are clearly marked with lighted marking to show which way to go. Most of the time, all the lanes on each span have traffic going in the same direction, but during rush hours and times of heavy weekend beach traffic, the lanes change direction to ease traffic congestion. ![]() Note: Only passengers should be looking at the scenery – the bridges do not have full road shoulders and, therefore, do not offer motorists the same maneuvering space found on other roadways to avoid accidents, therefore it’s very important for drivers to keep their eyes on the road. You will see lots of sail boats and other pleasure boats on the Bay during nice summer days. The bridges rise 186 feet above the water, affording a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area. If you need help getting across the bridge, there is a service that will drive you across in your own car (see the “Assistance Driving Across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge” section below).įor passengers, the view from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge can be spectacular. The key is to pay attention to traffic conditions and keep your eyes on the road. But for many people it’s not a big deal and can even be a pleasant experience. If you have a fear of bridges or a fear of heights, then crossing the Bay Bridge may be uncomfortable for you. There’s been a lot of press about how the Bay Bridge is one of the scariest bridges in America. The first bridge (eastbound span) opened in July of 1952 and the second bridge (westbound span) opened in June of 1973. The Bay Bridge is actually two side-by-side bridges with two lanes of traffic on each span. The Bridge is 4.2 miles long – one of the longest over water structures in the world. Memorial (Bay) Bridge – but most locals refer to it simply as the “Bay Bridge,” or sometimes the Chesapeake Bridge. The bridge is named after William Preston Lane, Jr., who was the Governor of Maryland when construction of the first span began. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which takes Route 50 across the Chesapeake Bay between the Kent Island and Annapolis areas, is officially named The William Preston Lane Jr. We also have a page about the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, the Bay’s southern crossing that spans the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. This page is about the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Maryland. She added, "This pent-up demand will result in a significant increase in Memorial Day travel, which is a strong indicator for summer, though we must all remember to continue taking important safety precautions.Note: The Chesapeake Bay region has two spectacular bridges. "As more people get the COVID-19 vaccine and consumer confidence grows, Americans are demonstrating a strong desire to travel this Memorial Day," said Paula Twidale, senior vice president at AAA Travel. More than 9 in 10 Memorial Day travelers will drive to their destination, according to AAA, which lines up with expectations by Ocean City officials who believe the resort town will see more visitors this summer because of its close proximity to major East Coast cities. More: Beach guide: Visiting Ocean City for Memorial Day? Here's what you need to know More: Rare blue crab - half male, half female - featured at Delmarva Discovery Museum More: What’s new in Ocean City for summer 2021: Your guide to watch However, this year's numbers are still expected to be slightly lower than 2019 estimates, according to AAA. This year's travel estimates are a 60% increase over 2020, which was severely altered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Heavy traffic on Maryland roadways comes as more than 37 million Americans are expected to hit the road this weekend, according to AAA. The state advises tourists to travel during off-peak hours when going to or from the Eastern Shore, according to MTA. ![]()
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