Maryland could spend $1 billion repairing Bay Bridge — then destroy it Delaying new bridge has forced the state to preserve and replace the original at the same time — and at a higher costShare this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X By Luke ParkerPUBLISHED: July 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT | UPDATED: July 2, 2026 at 2:06 PM EDT The Chesapeake Bay Bridge, photographed from west looking east. Deck repairs are ongoing on the original eastward span. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff) Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...As hundreds of thousands of travelers cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge this holiday weekend, Maryland is spending hundreds of millions of dollars to keep it safe and even more to replace it. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To log in, click here. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X