Matt Chynoweth
Former chief bridge engineer at the Michigan Department of Transportation and current bridge practice leader at RS&H providing national and international perspective on bridge ice mitigation and design.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 28min
Why falling ice leads to closing the Mackinac Bridge
Matt Chynoweth, former MDOT chief bridge engineer now leading RS&H’s bridge practice, offers national perspective on ice mitigation. Joe Shampine, Mackinac Bridge maintenance supervisor, explains real-world decision-making and risks when heavy ice falls. They discuss why closures happen, why quick fixes fail, mechanical and passive mitigation options, and how other bridges handle similar hazards.
