Why Baltimore needs more wireless infrastructure.
Maryland’s largest city and the center of a metropolitan area of more than 2.7 million people, Baltimore is a dynamic confluence of cultures and neighborhoods. It’s where past meets present, as skyscrapers sit just blocks away from brick rowhouses and historic buildings. Where industrial sectors including finance, healthcare, creative services, logistics and manufacturing are revitalizing the local economy. And where the world-famous Inner Harbor draws tens of millions of tourists each year to cultural events, five-star restaurants, professional sports, and outdoor activities. Sophisticated yet neighborly, Baltimore has something for everyone.
The demand for mobile data is growing exponentially in Baltimore—and faster, more reliable wireless connectivity is essential not only for personal and professional convenience, but for public safety. In fact, 80 percent of 911 calls in many areas are placed from a mobile device, and a reliable network is critical in providing access to police officers, firefighters and first responders. Small cell solutions, or “small cells,” are a key component to upgrading and enhancing Baltimore’s existing wireless infrastructure (such as towers) by adding much-needed coverage and capacity.
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Where we're installing small cells.
Small cells are installed in the right of way, often on infrastructure like street signs, utility poles and streetlights. You may have walked by them before without noticing them. Working in partnership with city staff, we plan to enable improved wireless provider service while keeping Baltimore's character intact.
The map above shows proposed areas of activity in Baltimore.
Small cells in Baltimore.
About Crown Castle
Crown Castle owns, operates and leases more than 40,000 cell towers and approximately 90,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions across every major US market. This nationwide portfolio of communications infrastructure connects cities and communities to essential data, technology and wireless service—bringing information, ideas and innovations to the people and businesses that need them.