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What wind conditions result in high wind warnings, escorts, partial closures, and full closures?

Posted on February 14th, 2023

Here are the speeds that trigger different wind warnings and closures. These speeds are not for gusts; they are sustained winds from any direction. These are minimum conditions resulting in advisories and closures but restrictions may be put in place at lower wind speeds if other hazardous conditions are present:… Read More

What payment types are accepted at the Mackinac Bridge toll booths?

Posted on February 7th, 2023

The Mackinac Bridge currently accepts the following payment types at our toll booths: cash, credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. If you are a frequent crosser or would like the convenience of a prepaid account, check out our MacPass. While all these payment types are accepted, cash, Apple Pay, Google Pay… Read More

How often does the Mackinac Bridge Authority close the bridge due to falling ice?

Posted on November 17th, 2022

Since 1995 (as far back as we have records for partial and total closures), the Authority has closed the bridge 32 times for ice. The first noted closure was on Jan. 30, 1998, when the bridge was closed for two hours and 50 minutes. The most recent was April 2-3, 2025, when the bridge was closed for 30 hours and 4 minutes. Th… Read More

Where can I find current information on the Annual Bridge Walk?

Posted on July 6th, 2022

Answer: Visit www.mackinacbridge.org/walk to see current information about the Annual Bridge Walk.… Read More

How do I access my MacPass online?

Posted on September 14th, 2019

Visit https://macpass.mackinacbridge.org
Select Activate Web Access.
Enter your account number. Click Next.
Enter the email address that is associated with the account. Click Submit.
Check your email and follow the steps provided. You will be prompted in the email to verify the link and set your user name an