The bridge suffered a catastrophic collapse in March 2024 when a large container vessel that had lost power rammed into it. The crew of the stricken vessel were able to warn the bridge authorities who stopped traffic but six construction workers carrying out deck maintenance were unable to escape in time and were killed. Although the Francis Scott Bridge had passed its most recent safety inspections and was in comparatively good order, it opened for use in 1977 and was never built to withstand a collision from such a large vessel.Research is being carried out in the US at present to see how many other older bridges are at risk from collapse in the event of being struck by a vessel.
US$3.1 billion for US bridges and highways
US$3.1 billion of funding is being sought for US bridges and highways.
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