FHWA Approves Plans for New Md. Chesapeake Bay Crossing
Constructed in 1952 and 1973, the existing Bay Bridge structures will be demolished once the new crossing is complete.
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Constructed in 1952 and 1973, the existing Bay Bridge structures will be demolished once the new crossing is complete.
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According to BLS, building contractors added 2,900 positions, heavy/civil engineering companies hired 2,500 additional workers and nonresidential specialty trade contractors added 7,900 workers.
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