Mackinac Bridge Authority

Spanning the Straits of Mackinac since 1957

February 2026 Traffic Report

Posted on March 19th, 2026
Kim Nowack, Bridge Director of the MBA, reported today that 211,284 vehicles crossed the Mackinac Bridge during the month of February compared to 211,897 in 2025.
For the month of February, traffic was down 0.3% and toll revenue was down 1.4% compared to last year.
The Mackinac Bridge Authority has scheduled a subst… Read More

Falling ice closures again possible at Mackinac Bridge

Posted on March 12th, 2026
Media contact: James Lake, [email protected], 906-250-0993 Fast facts:
  • When ice falls from the bridge’s towers and cables, the Mackinac Bridge Authority closes the bridge to traffic for safety.  
  • Ice chunks, sheets and spears that fall hundreds of feet from the bridge’s towers and cables have damaged v
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Mackinac Bridge Authority meets March 13 in Detroit

Posted on March 9th, 2026
Media contact: James Lake, [email protected], 906-250-0993 The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) will meet March 13 in Detroit to discuss paving and maintenance projects on the bridge, a message board project for the toll canopy, and a legislative update. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. in the Michiga… Read More