Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge

The Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge is a steel road crossing spanning the Kootenai River in Troy. Its single-lane deck features wooden planks and raised tire lanes for vehicle passage.

The crossing was built in 1912 by the Coast Bridge Company of Portland following approval for regional infrastructure development. It was part of an expansion of crossings that modernized the Kootenai Valley during that era.

This crossing serves as a vital link for locals traveling between the two sides of the valley. It represents the infrastructure that shaped daily movement and trade in the remote mountain community.

The crossing has a 25-foot-wide lane allowing vehicles to navigate between the river banks safely. Careful driving is recommended, especially during wet conditions or when river levels are high.

The structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006 for its Parker through-truss design. This engineering approach remains noteworthy for how it provides stability without extensive support below.

Location: Montana

GPS coordinates: 48.47000,-115.88639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:26