Musselshell R – 10M SW of Musselshell
Project Overview
The Montana Department of Transportation and Sletten Construction are replacing the Goffena Bridge over the Musselshell River, a timber truss structure that was originally constructed in 1894. This project will result in a new, two-lane concrete bridge that will enhance safety features and include a paved driving surface. The new bridge is being constructed in the same location as the old bridge.
Construction of the new bridge is underway and expected to be completed later this year. Crews have poured concrete for the new bridge deck and the work bridge has been removed. Work on the bridge rail and the remaining wing wall (an extension of the side of the bridge that keeps the soil and dirt in place around the bridge) is in progress.
Additional work that is expected to be completed this spring includes:
- Grading of the bridge approaches.
- Placement of crushed aggregate.
- Paving of the final surface.
- Guardrail.
- Signing.
- Culverts.
- Reseeding impacted areas.
For more information regarding project specifics, please see the contact information in the column on the right.
Project Area
The project is located 9.5 miles southwest of the community of Musselshell on Goffena Road.
During Construction
Pouring concrete for the bridge deck. (December 2024)
Project site showing temporary work bridge and new bridge abutments. (July 2024)
Construction of the new bridge substructure. (April 2024)
Construction of new abutment. (April 2024)
Temporary work bridge and demolition of old bridge. (March 2024)
UPN 9777000