Cold Creek Bridge in Condon

Cold Creek Bridge, which crosses the Swan River near Condon, was constructed in 1954 and reconstructed in 1974 and is scour critical, meaning the river could wash away enough sediment around the piers to compromise the structural integrity of the bridge, especially amid high water. This bridge is often used by locals throughout the year.

Missoula County plans to replace the bridge, which will cost approximately $3.9 million, and applied for a federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant in early 2024 to help fund the replacement bridge. Missoula County Public Works heard back that they did not receive the RAISE grant. Staff will meet with the Federal Highway Administration to find out how to improve the grant application and apply again the next time around.