Bay Bridge Span Closing For Running Event, Traffic Expected

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Delays are expected Sunday for a running event that will close the eastbound Bay Bridge span for most of the day.

The Bay Bridge Run will force all traffic to use the westbound span from about 12:01 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting. One lane of traffic will operate in each direction on the westbound span. The center lane may open intermittently to reduce westbound delays.

"Motorists using the Bay Bridge on November 9 should expect significant delays throughout the day," the Maryland Transportation Authority said in a press release. "To avoid delays, motorists are urged to travel prior to 6 a.m. or after 6 p.m."

Additional ramp closures will be in place.

The off-ramp from eastbound U.S. Route 50/301 to Maryland Route 8 will be closed. A detour will be in place to direct motorists to the next exit at Thompson Creek Road. From there, motorists will travel westbound on Maryland Route 835 to the signal at Maryland Route 8.

The on-ramp from Maryland Route 8 to westbound U.S. Route 50/301 will be closed. Traffic attempting to access westbound U.S. Route 50/301 will be directed to Maryland Route 18 to the roundabout at Castle Marina Road and onto westbound U.S. Route 50/301. Additionally, residents wishing to travel west on U.S. Route 50/301 should approach the highway from either Duke Street or Castle Marina Road.

Drivers can get 24/7 Bay Bridge traffic information by calling 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726) or visiting baybridge.com to see traffic cameras on and approaching the crossing. The MDTA's X account posts real-time updates on major incidents.

Visit thebaybridgerun.com for information on the event.

"The MDTA thanks its customers for their patience and cooperation," the transportation authority said in its release.