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Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge (US 40)

Thomas J. Hatem BridgeThe oldest of the MDTA's facilities, this 1.4-mile, four-lane bridge opened in August 1940. Its spans the Susquehanna on US 40 between Havre de Grace and Perryville in northeast Maryland Tolls are collected in the eastbound directions only.

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Facility Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

  • Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge

    6000 Pulaski Highway

    Perryville, MD 21903

General Information:

Quick Facts:

  • Construction Dates: February 1939 - August 1940
  • Cost: $5 million
  • Location: River between Harford and Cecil Counties; 1.3-mile, four-lane bridge; vertical clearance is 89 feet; 0.5 miles of approach roadway.
  • Traffic Volume: 10.2 million vehicles (both directions)

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Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge History:

The Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge is eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places.  For more information about its history, follow link to learn more.

Hatem Bridge (US 40)

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Feb 08

Olney Farmers Market

9 AM

2801 Olney Sandy Spring Rd
Olney, MD 20832

Come say hi to our DriveEzMD Outreach Team at the Olney Farmers Market! Stop by our table to get your E-ZPass questions answered, pick up helpful information, and win giveaway items while you enjoy local vendors and fresh finds.

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Severna Park Health and Wellness Expo

11 AM

Severna Park Community Center
623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd
Severna Park, MD 21146

The DriveEzMD Outreach Team is excited to take part in the Severna Park Health & Wellness Expo! Stop by our table to learn how E-ZPass can save you time and money on the road! While you’re here, explore tips and tricks from local health and wellness exhibitors covering everything from financial to emotional wellbeing.

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