Key Bridge Commuting Resources

The Key Bridge collapse has disrupted traffic and commuting patterns for Maryland residents, employees, and employers; the effects are being felt immediately around the bridge and regionally as traffic patterns shift. MDOT is working to help everyone get where they need to go, and identifying services that may be needed now to help Marylanders during this difficult time.

Below are free resources for employees and employers including program information, incentives, and support from Commuter Choice Maryland to find, use, and implement commuting options.

For Commuters

Free registration to find carpool and vanpool ridematches at Commuter Connections.
Additional vanpool search at Commute with Enterprise.
Free Guaranteed Ride Home program gives commuters six free rides home from work per year for personal/family emergencies and unscheduled overtime.
Transit Planning Tools:
Park and Ride Lots that connect you to transit or serve as a meeting place for carpool and vanpool groups.
Coworking locations for remote work (page 17 of the Telework Toolkit).
MDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Resources.

For Employers

Register here to request materials or schedule a meeting to learn more about resources available through Commuter Choice Maryland.
Consider allowing employees to telework or adjust working hours to avoid peak traffic if possible. Share resources to help them use other available options like transit, finding carpool or vanpool ridematches, register for Guaranteed Ride Home, and more.
Commuter Choice Maryland offers free support to help employers build these commuter programs. Click here to let us know what you need.
Download our free Employer Resources:
- Employer Commuter Benefits Toolkit
- Carpool and Vanpool Toolkit
- Telework and Flexible Work Toolkit
- Active Transportation Toolkit
- Maryland Commuter Tax Credit Brochure

General Commuting Tips

Reduce vehicle trips when possible, especially during peak travel times. Telework, compressed work week arrangements and flexible work schedules can help reduce traffic congestion.
Consider alternatives to driving alone if you must drive in the impacted areas. Options to carpool, vanpool, or use transit can save time and money for commuters and employers.
Try biking, walking, transit, and micromobility but if they are not options for your commute, try them for your local and non-work trips.
Stay informed on travel times, plan ahead, and allow yourself extra time whether commuting to work, school, going to doctor’s appointments, or other trip purposes.

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