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I-895 at Frankfurst Avenue Interchange Improvements Project

    OVERVIEW

    The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) in coordination with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is advancing the I-895 at Frankfurst Avenue Interchange Improvements project in Baltimore City. This project will replace the existing toll plaza south of the tunnel portal with highway-speed all electronic tolling (AET). The project represents the final conversion of toll plazas under MDTA’s jurisdiction to AET. In addition, the project includes modification of the existing interchange ramps to accommodate highway speed tolling, replacement of 70-year-old I-895 bridges over Frankfurst Avenue and Childs Street, and realignment of the intersection at Frankfurst Avenue and Shell Road to provide safer northbound access to I-895. The project will provide safety benefits for motorists, bring heavily used MDTA highway assets into a state of good repair, and reduce congestion, emissions, and other air pollution.

    This project will be delivered in three phases:

    Phase 1: Toll Gantry Relocation: This phase will relocate the existing tolling infrastructure away from the physical toll booths to be prepared for Phases 2 and 3.  Work will involve pavement reconstruction on the I-895 ramps at Childs Street and establishing new tolling infrastructure using on-call contractors. New toll gantries will be constructed on the Childs Street ramps and on the I-895 mainline, just north of the tunnel. Construction is ongoing and the anticipated completion date will be the summer of 2025.

    Proposed Overhead Toll Collection Gantries - Childs Street On and Off Ramps

    Proposed Overhead Toll Collection Gantry - North of Harbor Tunnel

    Proposed Overhead Toll Collection Gantry - North of Harbor Tunnel

    Phase 2: Frankfurst Avenue Reconfiguration: This phase will include the reconstruction of Frankfurst Avenue, the reconfiguration of Frankfurst Avenue and Shell Road intersection, the consolidation of southbound I-895 off ramps to Frankfurst Avenue, and the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Frankfurst Avenue and the Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center. Design is underway and advertisement for construction is anticipated to be winter of 2025. Construction is anticipated to begin fall/winter of 2026. During construction, Frankfurst Avenue will be reduced to one lane in each direction with minimal traffic impacts to I-895. Overnight lane closures on I-895 are anticipated for the erection of new signage.

    Phase 2 Interim Condition

    Phase 2 Interim Condition

    Phase 3: Final I-895 Bridge Replacement and Configuration: This phase will remove the existing toll plaza, replace the 70-year-old bridges over Frankfurst Ave and Childs Street, and complete the interchange reconfiguration on the mainline of I-895. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2029, after the new Francis Scott Key Bridge is open to traffic.

    Phase 3 Final Condition

    Phase 3 Final Condition

    Anticipated Construction Schedule - See schedule bullets below.

    Anticipated Construction Schedule 

    • August 2024 Phase 1 Begins
    • Phase 1
      • Toll Gantry Relocation
    • Summer 2025 Phase 1 Complete
    • Fall/Winter 2026 Phase 2 Begins
    • Phase 2
      • Frankfurst Avenue Reconstruction
      • Southbound I-895 Exit Ramp Consolidation
      • Signalization of Frankfurst Ave. and Shell Road
      • Signalization of Frankfurst Ave. and Masonville Cove
    • Winter 2028 Phase 2 Complete
    • 2029 Phase 3 Begins
    • Phase 3
      • Toll Plaza Removal
      • Reconfiguration of I-895
      • Removal of Shell Road Ramp to Northbound I-895
    • 2031 Phase 3 Complete

    PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT

    DECEMBER 2020 VIRTUAL PUBLIC MEETING

    A Virtual Public Meeting was held for the project on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

    Meeting attendees learned about the project purpose and need, proposed project improvements and how they address the purpose and need, potential project impacts and mitigation, and anticipated project schedule. The meeting included a video presentation (provided below), followed by a question and answer period.

     

    I-895 BHT Toll Plaza and Interchange Improvements Video_2020-12-07 from TheMDTA on Vimeo.
    I-895/Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Toll Plaza and Interchange Improvements Project Virtual Public Meeting – Script (PDF Download)

    DECEMBER 2020 VIRTUAL PUBLIC MEETING SLIDES

     

    I-895/Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Toll Plaza and Interchange Improvements Project Virtual Public Meeting

    JULY 2023 INDUSTRY FORUM

    I-895 Industry Forum - Follow link to open the Industry Forum FlyerPlease note: As of October 2024, this project is no longer utilizing the Design-Build procurement method.

    On July 19th, 2023, MDTA held an Industry Forum for the I-895 at Frankfurst Avenue Interchange Improvements Project. At the Forum, companies interested in working on this design-build project heard more about the project characteristics, procurement schedule and process from MDTA. Attendees also had the opportunity to network with companies looking for teaming partners.

     

     


    TITLE VI COMPLIANCE

    What Is Title VI?

    • Title VI, 42 U.S.C., * Section 2000d et seq., was enacted as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI-related statutes and regulations provide that no person shall on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, English proficiency, or disabilities be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.

      The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its programs and services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

    Why Is Title VI Important?

    Title VI ensures that public services, including transportation, are provided in an equitable and nondiscriminatory manner.

    Title VI provides opportunities for public participation in decision-making without regard to race, color, or national origin, including populations with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).

    Among other things, in operating a federally-assisted program, the MDTA and its sub-recipients cannot on the basis of race, color, or national origin, either directly or indirectly:

    • Deny program services, aids, or benefits
    • Provide a different service, aid, or benefit, or provide them in a manner differently than they are provided to others
    • Segregate or separately treat individuals in any matter related to the receipt of any services, aid, or benefit.

    Please Fill Out a Survey

    MDTA strives to involve all groups relevant to its project in its public involvement activities. Please fill out and submit a Demographic Information Survey (PDF Download) to assist MDTA in planning outreach to communities during the course of the project.

    Filing a Complaint / Seeking Assistance

    Should you need LEP assistance or if you believe MDTA is not meeting the expectations of Title VI, you may direct questions, concerns, or file a complaint by:

    • Filing a Title VI complaint up to 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination, by completing and submitting the agency's Title VI Complaint Form to MDTA’s Office of Equal Opportunity.

    • Mailing the Title VI Complaint Form to:

      • Title VI Program Manager
        Division of Civil Rights & Fair Practices
        Office of Equal Opportunity
        Maryland Transportation Authority
        2310 Broening Highway
        Baltimore, MD 21224

    • Emailing the Title VI Complaint Form may to MDTAeeo@MDTA.state.md.us or faxed to MDTA's Office of Equal Opportunity at: 410-537-1044.

    More information about Title VI can be found on the MDTA’s Title VI webpage.


    Doing Business with the MDTA

    Interested in working with the MDTA? You can find valuable information on where to find contracts using eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA), resources and assistance through the MDTA Division of Civil Rights and Fair Practices (CRFP), MBE Certification Information and the Certified MBE Directory, and contact information for Minority and Women owned businesses by visiting our Business page.


    Contact Us

    MDTA Project Manager

    Mr. Jason Stolicny
    Highway Discipline Manager
    Maryland Transportation Authority
    I895tollplaza@mdta.maryland.gov

    ATTN: I-895 at Frankfurst Avenue Interchange Improvements Project
    300 Authority Drive
    Baltimore, MD 21222

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