Maryland reveals Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement design: 'A beacon of perseverance'
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The Maryland Transportation Authority and Governors Office have released renderings of the planned Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement along with a projected opening date of 2028. We covered the cost of the design contract last year after the AP reported it at $73 million.Image courtesy Maryland Office of the GovernorEach tower will rise to a height of 600 feet, with a 1,600-foot wide span between the piers to protect against a similar accident to the previous ship collision disaster. This is a cable-stayed bridge that will stand as a "beacon of perseverance," according to Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller. The estimated project cost to completion is between $1.7 and $1.9 billion. (h/t The Baltimore Banner)
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