This short video clip from construction of the Mackinac Bridge was taken by Robert C Shaw. RC Shaw Construction of Ludington, Michigan had several projects in the Straits area, including work at Fort Michilimackinac. Provided by his Gandson, Bob Shaw. | MightyMac.org - The Mackinac Bridge & Straits of Mackinac

This family video of the construction of the Mackinac Bridge was filmed in August 1956 by the late Reinhart Alster. Thank you to his Granddaughter Linda G Murphy for giving us permission to post it here. | MightyMac.org - The Mackinac Bridge & Straits of Mackinac

High wind cause a car plunge off Mackinac Bridge in 1989

These videos of "ice spears" crashing down on the Mackinac Bridge are giving us "Final Destination" vibes -- and the dangerous conditions are exactly why officials closed the bridge to traffic yet again on Wednesday. In an update 30 minutes ago, officials said they will continue to monitor conditions overnight and will only reopen the bridge, "if it's safe to do so." "Conditions are changing dramatically, so it’s not clear if there will be a safe window to reopen, but we’ll be watching," the Mac

This family video of crossing the Straits of Mackinac on an automobile ferry and of construction of the Mackinac Bridge was filmed in August 1957 by the late Reinhart Alster. Thank you to his Granddaughter Linda G Murphy for providing this! | MightyMac.org - The Mackinac Bridge & Straits of Mackinac