Patapsco River. The remaining bridge spans will include piers both in the Patapsco River and on both the approaches over land. Both the bridge and the bridge pier protection are being designed in accordance with the AASHTO Specifications.
Conclusion
The MDTA has conducted the industry-standard AASHTO vessel collision risk assessment for the evaluation of vessel collision risk for the Bay Bridge. The findings from the vessel collision study are contributing to the comprehensive analysis of safety risks associated with the regional highway network and the safe navigation of vessels under and near the Bay Bridge. MDTA has implemented near-term risk reduction plans, while at the same time rapidly advancing the pier projection project referenced in this report towards construction and studying the replacement of the existing Bay Bridge spans as part of the MDTA Bay Crossing Study. As such it will ensure that it does not preclude a future project to replace the existing spans. Additionally, with safety as the top priority for the Key Bridge Rebuild project, the MDTA is ensuring that the new bridge will meet the current AASHTO standards.
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