Reminder of Hazmat and Width Restrictions in Baltimore Tunnels

The Maryland Motor Truck Association is encouraging restricted trucks to stay vigilant of restrictions in Baltimore tunnels on I-95 and I-895.

According to MMTA, these are trucks that likely would have used I-695 before the Key Bridge Collapsed. 

MMTA states their staff has been informed law enforcement will be stepping up efforts to stop these vehicles. 

Size Limits and Hazmat Restrictions in Baltimore Tunnels:

Vehicles in excess of 13’6” in height, or 96” (8 feet) in width are prohibited from using the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel (I-895). The I-95 Ft. McHenry Tunnel restrictions are 14’6” height and 11’0” in width.

Most hazardous materials are prohibited in the tunnels and should use the western section of I-695. 

A list of the specific prohibitions on various commodities is laid out in COMAR 11.07.01.04, which is available at https://dsd.maryland.gov/regulations/Pages/11.07.01.04.aspx. 

In addition, if you are operating a vehicle powered by natural gas, you are restricted from using the tunnels if the fuel capacity of the vehicle exceeds 150 pounds. See COMAR 11.07.01.03 (https://dsd.maryland.gov/regulations/Pages/11.07.01.03.aspx).