Mackinac Bridge "Mighty Mac" is the longest suspension bridge

Mackinac Bridge "Mighty Mac" the longest suspension bridge

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The Mackinac Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Straits of Mackinac

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The bridge was completed in 1957 and is 26,372 feet long.

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The bridge's towers stand 552 feet tall above the water and the roadway is suspended 199 feet above the water.

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The bridge is a toll bridge, with different rates for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and other types of vehicles.

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The bridge is known as the "Mighty Mac" and is the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere.

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The bridge is subject to high winds and can sometimes be closed to traffic due to weather conditions.

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The Mackinac Bridge Authority is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the bridge, including regular inspections and repairs.

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The bridge is a popular tourist attraction and has been featured in movies, TV shows, and books

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