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MD: Ferry Bar Channel, Wise Avenue Bridge, biennial structural inspection
- Date Reported: Dec 16, 2025
- Reporter: Waterway Guide Staff
- Source: USCG District 5
- Description:
Wise Avenue Bridge (Bridge No. B-0079001), also known as the 2 State Route Bridge, over Bear Creek will undergo a biennial structural inspection from February 2 through February 13, 2026. Inspection work will be conducted Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
A snooper truck and safety boat will be on site to support inspection activities. There will be no reduction in navigational clearances, and project personnel will relocate from the navigation channel upon request to allow vessel passage. The safety boat will be removed from the channel during non-work hours.
Mariners may contact project personnel on VHF-FM Channels 13 or 16 and should adjust transit plans accordingly while exercising caution when transiting the area. MSI #33918.
- Lat / Lon: N 39° 14.832' / W 076° 36.692'
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