Mackinac Bridge Authority

Spanning the Straits of Mackinac since 1957

Mighty Mac chosen as platform for innovative technology

Posted on September 12th, 2016
Some engineering professors had an idea to monitor bridges with sensors powered with the vibrations generated by traffic. Think self-winding watch. Those professors, including one at Michigan State University, think they have mastered the technology. But they needed a real-world platform to try it out. Enter B… Read More

55th Annual Bridge Walk another success

Posted on September 5th, 2012
55th Annual Bridge Walk another success Approximately 45,000 walkers crossed the Mackinac Bridge on a gorgeous Labor Day this year – up 25 percent from last year despite record-high holiday gas prices. Prior to the walk, a handful of runners celebrated the Pure Michigan FIT campaign and hit the bridge deck to… Read More

Snyder reappoints Gnodtke and Musser to Mackinac Bridge Authority

Posted on July 20th, 2012
Snyder reappoints Gnodtke and Musser to Mackinac Bridge Authority Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the reappointments of William Gnodtke, of Charlevoix, and Dan Musser, of Petoskey and Mackinac Island, to the Mackinac Bridge Authority. Established in 1950, the seven-member Mackinac Bridge Authority authori… Read More

Mackinac Bridge to “Light It Blue” April 2 for autism awareness

Posted on March 23rd, 2012
Mackinac Bridge to “Light It Blue” April 2 for autism awareness Fast Facts:
– “Light It Blue Michigan” autism-awareness campaign begins April 2.
– Special bridge-viewing ceremony begins at 8 p.m. at the St. Ignace Country Club; Mackinac Bridge officials will “Ligh… Read More

Mackinac Bridge passenger vehicles tolls to be $4 starting Jan. 1

Posted on December 13th, 2011
Mackinac Bridge passenger vehicles tolls to be $4 starting Jan. 1 Effective Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, the following rates will go into effect (per crossing): – Auto/passenger vehicle: $4; vehicle with trailer: $2 per axle
– Commuter: $2*
– Other, including commercial trucks and motor homes: $5 per… Read More

Mackinac Bridge Authority Board will meet again in December

Posted on October 4th, 2011
Mackinac Bridge Authority Board will meet again in December The Mackinac Bridge Authority meeting scheduled for October 2011 has been postponed until December 8th-9th, 2011. It will be held at the Mackinac Bridge Administration building in St. Ignace.… Read More

Approximately 36,000 Participate in 2011 Annual Bridge Walk

Posted on September 5th, 2011
Approximately 36,000 Participate in 2011 Annual Bridge Walk The Mackinac Bridge Authority today announced that approximately 36,000 people participated in the 54th Annual Bridge Walk held on Labor Day this year. The traditional walk first began back in 1958.… Read More

MBA Board Extends Commuter Account Expiration Date

Posted on June 22nd, 2011
MBA Board Extends Commuter Account Expiration Date At its regular board meeting on June 16, 2011, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) Board extended the commuter account expiration date from Dec. 31, 2011, to Dec. 31, 2012. For questions about the program, please contact the MBA administration offices at 906-643… Read More
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