Baltimore’s Replacement Key Bridge Project Remains on Schedule for 2030 Opening
Maryland transportation officials have updated the progress on Baltimore's replacement Key Bridge, confirming it remains on track for a 2030 opening with cost estimates between $4.2 billion and $5.3 billion. The state is preparing to award new contracts for the…

Baltimore, MD, August 26, 2026 — Maryland transportation officials have provided an update on the progress of the replacement Key Bridge project in Baltimore. The new structure is reportedly on track for an anticipated opening in 2030.
The estimated cost for the reconstruction effort is projected to fall between $4.2 billion and $5.3 billion. State officials are currently in the process of preparing to award new contracts related to the extensive construction work. This phase involves significant planning and procurement to ensure the project moves forward efficiently.
Construction activities on critical components of the new bridge, specifically the support pylons, are already underway. These initial efforts mark a tangible step in the multi-year process to rebuild the vital transportation link. Further details regarding the specific timeline for contract awards and the commencement of subsequent construction phases were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Mike Hellgren on www.cbsnews.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
