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MD: Fort Mchenry Channel - Ferry Bar Channel, Bear Creek, Wise Avenue Bridge, Reduced Clearance
- Date Reported: Feb 6, 2026
- Reporter: Waterway Guide Staff
- Source: USCG District 5
- Description:
The Wise Avenue Bridge (Bridge No. B-0079001) over Bear Creek in Baltimore, Maryland, will undergo a biennial structural inspection from February 2 through February 28, 2026, Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
A snooper truck and safety boat will be on site to facilitate the inspection. 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. Mariners should adjust their transit plans accordingly and exercise caution when transiting the are
- Lat / Lon: N 39° 14.832' / W 076° 36.692'
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