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MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY’S STATEMENT ON NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS

Submitted by Tamory Winfield on

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY’S STATEMENT ON NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS

BALTIMORE, MD  (March 21, 2025) – The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is reviewing recommendations made by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

The MDTA maintains the catastrophe and the tragic loss of life was the sole fault of the DALI and the gross negligence of her owners and operators who put profits above safety.

As requested, the MDTA will provide an update to the NTSB within 30 days, which will include any action we intend to take based on our active evaluation of the pier protection systems, operational changes, and vessel transit procedures of the Bay Bridge. The evaluation is being conducted using American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials methodology and was underway when the NTSB requested its results last fall.

Over the past 50 years, hundreds of thousands of vessels transited under the Key Bridge without incident. The Key Bridge, like other bridges in America, was approved and permitted by the federal government and in compliance with those permits.

The safety of Maryland highways and bridges is always a top priority for MDTA; over the last ten years, the State of Maryland has spent more than $175 million on safety and security for the Bay Bridge alone. MDTA is committed to evaluating and implementing operational changes and vessel transit procedures for both the new Key Bridge and the Bay Bridge.

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Join MDTA for its 2025 Public Service Project

9 AM

Rock Creek Park
Meadowside Nature Center
5100 Meadowside Lane
Rockville, MD 20855

Come join us for the 2025 MDTA Public Service Project at Kengla House across the street from Meadowside Nature Center at Rock Creek Regional Park! This hands-on event will give you the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community while enjoying the beauty of nature. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to public service, there's a role for everyone!

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Saturday, June 7, 2055 (9 a.m. –– Noon) 
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Volunteers will assist with:

  • Trail maintenance and improvements
  • Technical trail feature installation
  • Vegetation management
  • Pedestrian bridge entrance upgrades

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For questions about the event, please contact Jacquelyn DeAngelo at JDeAngelo@mdta.state.md.us.

 

 

 

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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting - June 12, 2025

9 AM

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This public meeting is livestreamed and archived on the Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Homepage. The Finance and Administration Committee Meeting homepage also provides access to the virtual meeting, schedule, agenda, materials and minutes.

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MDTA Board Meeting - June 26, 2025

9 AM

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