San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge News

Report: Northern California Bridge Has Bolts Similar To Banned Bolts

The new eastern span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge has more than 1,200 bolts made from galvanized steel that is virtually identical to a high-strength alloy that a nationwide group of transportation officials banned for use on bridges because …

Bolts On Northern California Bridge That Haven’t Failed May Go

Long seismic safety bolts on the new eastern span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge that haven’t failed may have to be replaced nonetheless, a regional transportation official said Wednesday. Local officials were looking into that possibility and will announce …

Ship Safety Rules To Be Reconsidered for Bay Bridge in Northern California

Days after an oil tanker struck a San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge tower, the Coast Guard is calling for reconsideration of rules that allow large ships to sail in fog near the span in Northern California. The San Jose Mercury News …

Report: Questions Raised on Bay Bridge Safety Test

A California Department of Transportation technician responsible for crucial seismic tests to ensure the safety of the new San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge span is under investigation in connection with testing for major transportation projects throughout the state. The Sacramento Bee …

Settlement for $44 Million Reached in 2007 Bay Bridge Crash and Oil Spill

A civil settlement in the 2007 oil spill in San Francisco Bay with the owners and operators of the M/V Cosco Busan was announced on Monday. The settlement resolves all natural resource damages, penalties and response costs that resulted from …