There aren't too many places in Maryland considered dangerous pretty much all the time, but if you ask someone what's the scariest place to drive in the Old Line State, they will almost always say across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Read along to see why this infamous bridge just may be the scariest bridge in Maryland, and why it's so panic-inducing that there are often people waiting to drive timid drivers to the other side. Are you one of the people who are too timid to drive across this bridge in Maryland?
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge is quite charming from afar...
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/5910149606_c686e8469a_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
But is terrifying for some up close.
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/4350473326_8bdee0e964_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
This dual bridge has no shoulder or emergency pull-off lanes. It's a length of 4.3 miles from tip to tip, and at its highest point is 186 feet above the Bay. That's a long way down and reason enough why it's considered the scariest bridge in Maryland.
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/4043879195_d030c3ce47_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
Fewer things make Marylanders more nervous than approaching the bridge and seeing lines of cars. With the Bay Bridge making drivers uneasy, stop-and-go traffic only heightens the anxiety. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge is scary!
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/3934758397_00d7ab5035_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
Even worse, is crossing the bridge during heavy rain...
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/8050253039_4617fec180_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
Or through eerie morning fog, where the journey seems to lead to nowhere. Occasionally, there's two-way traffic on the bridge, which makes it even worse.
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/54933289_b6f392cb92_c.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
There have been several fatalities throughout the years on the Bay Bridge. This includes suicide jumpers...
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/14616758988_1761169744_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
And vehicular accidents. Most of the time, the accidents happen when someone is rear-ended, and can even be pushed over the side into the water below. Weather and storms do have an effect, too, and the low guard rails on the side of the bridge make everyone uneasy in a strong wind.
![alt](https://admin.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/03/7351894652_76165727c0_o.jpg?w=500&quality=50)
Yet somehow, a story of survival is much more chilling. The following video shows a simulation of what happened when a woman was flipped over the side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in the summer of 2013. It's terrifying to imagine what it would be like teetering over the edge, then falling into the murky water of the Bay. Watch the video and think about if you'd handle the situation the same way as survivor, Morgan Lake.
Have you had panic attacks associated with the thought of crossing bridges? Oddly enough, there is a service that will hop in your driver's side seat, and drive you over the bridge for a cost. That's a relief for anyone who is stressed out about the crossing!
Have you driven across Maryland's most dangerous and terrifying bridge? Does it give you feelings of stress, or are you not bothered? Share your experiences and stories about this most interesting and infamous Maryland bridge.
Are you headed on a road trip that takes you across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge? Don't forget to check out our ultimate road trip packing list!
To take a peek at some other impressive structures and architectural marvels in Maryland, read about 10 Of The Most Enchanting Man Made Wonders in Maryland.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Get the latest updates and news
Thank you for subscribing!