Rebuilding of Baltimore's Key Bridge to Face Years of Work, Uncertain Costs

The collapse has significantly disrupted local infrastructure, with recovery efforts complicated by design, funding, and bureaucratic challenges.

Rebuilding the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore could take 18 months to several years, with costs ranging from $400 million to potentially over $1 billion.
The collapse, caused by the Dali cargo ship striking a support, resulted in six fatalities and has disrupted the city's port and beltway traffic.
Experts suggest the project's timeline and cost will depend on numerous factors, including bridge design, permit approvals, and funding sources.
President Joe Biden has indicated federal funding for the new bridge, but the exact source and availability of funds remain uncertain.
The choice of bridge design, such as a suspension or cable-stayed bridge, will significantly impact the project's cost and construction timeline.