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The_Kitchen_Guy said:If you're going to the island anyway, why do you have to cross the bridge? You can get ferries to the island from St. Ignace, too.
pcchris said:website is Mackinac Bridge Authority in case you aren't sure of the bridge in question. I'd do a like, but I don't know how. KG may be able to help me with that....he's such a computer guru! Or, someone else might be able to do that too....
It's a MONSTER!
fikibiff said:2 nights ago I had a panic attack concerning the Mackinac Bridge, although it wasn't about crossing it. I was watching "Dirt Jobs" and Mike Rowe was climbing down the inside of one of the large upright leg structures to help repaint the inside bottom of it. The space was getting smaller and smaller and I could see him struggling to get through the openings and he kept getting stuck. It was totally making me claustrophobic and I actually had a panic attack. I'm not outrageously claustrophobic-usually, but this was the first time just watching something on TV made my heart race and made breathing a little difficult.
I actually felt much better once he was out and walking up the cables to the top. Now that is something that I could do. Heights don't bother me, just small spaces.
The_Kitchen_Guy said:pcchris, you have to see this posting.
Cairo Mississippi River Bridge.
Read the stories at the bottom of the listing and it will make the Mighty Mac seem like a concrete culvert. You'll also be happy to learn that you are not alone in your fears!
The_Kitchen_Guy said:Watch that last step - it's a lulu!
The_Kitchen_Guy said:Well, Chris, how do you feel about the new Marquette Interchange? You're gonna love the ramp that carries I-94 from the high level bridge to the westbound lanes.
It's 180 feet in the air - that means you're going to be driving on a bridge at about the same level as a 16 story building.
Oh, yeah, you're gonna do real well on that one!
The_Kitchen_Guy said:You'd never catch me walking on those cables!
Of course, you wouldn't catch me crawling around in the towers, either.
How'd you like the shots from the top of the tower?
ChefBeckyD said:We just came back from St. Ignace....and one night, while we were sitting at Moms Ice Cream (local hang out) eating our Cupcake ice cream, we struck up a conversation with a man who works on the Mighty Mac bridge! Fascinating to talk to him! He is actually one of those men who climbs all over the towers and has been all over the bridge. He confirmed for us the fact that the bridge is ALWAYS undergoing repairs and upkeep...and told us that there are men on-call 24 hours a day for bridge repair emergencies!
He also said that the pay is great......but you couldn't pay me enough!
pcchris said:Oh my God.........
There's NO WAY I could EVER do that!
tlag1986 said:Both my girls will hold their breath when we cross bridges. I don't have a problem.
ragschef said:All I can say is "HOLY COW!!!" take your Xanex!! I woudl freak out too!!!
Aerial of Michigan's Mighty Mac from Mackinaw City to St Ignace pictures from michigan photos on webshots
The_Kitchen_Guy said:I think, worse than that, would be the poor slobs who live in that subdivision next to it. Why would anyone develop that land for residential, and worse, why would anyone buy a house next to an interchange like that one?
The_Kitchen_Guy said:We're two countries separated by a common language.
The_Kitchen_Guy said:Oh, another one of my pet peeves - it's pronounced Mac-i-naw, just like the island. People who say Mac-i-nac are just ignorant and grate on my nerves!
caraighan said:I don't think it's ignorance. How would you pronounce "Cashier" as in Cashier, North Carolina? If you weren't from the area you wouldn't know that it's not pronounced as a cashier in the grocery store.
The Mackinac Bridge is 26,372 feet long, making it one of the longest suspension bridges in the world.
Yes, it is completely safe to cross the Mackinac Bridge with a carload of Girl Scouts. The bridge is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its safety for all vehicles.
Yes, there are a few precautions and procedures to follow when crossing the Mackinac Bridge. All vehicles must maintain a speed of at least 20 mph and no more than 45 mph. Also, be sure to turn off your radio and refrain from talking on your cell phone while crossing the bridge.
No, stopping on the Mackinac Bridge is strictly prohibited for safety reasons. However, there are several designated scenic overlooks on both sides of the bridge where you can safely take pictures.
First, remember that the Mackinac Bridge is regularly inspected and maintained for safety. Second, try to focus on the beautiful scenery and distract yourself with music or conversation with your Girl Scouts. You can also try deep breathing exercises or listening to a calming meditation app to help ease your fear.