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Madison County read letter of support for Pennington Bridge restoration, cites $30,000 county contribution
Summary
The board read a letter to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation supporting the Pennington Bridge restoration near Twin Bridges and noted Madison County can contribute approximately $30,000 toward the project; the letter cited benefits for irrigation, floodplain connectivity, public safety and fish habitat.
The commission read aloud a letter addressed to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation expressing Madison County’s support for the Pennington Bridge restoration project near Twin Bridges. The letter, dated 07/28/2026, asks the Bureau to consider the project for financial assistance and outlines expected resource benefits, stating the project will improve irrigation systems, floodplain connectivity, public safety and fish habitat.
The letter notes Madison County agreed to the application content with the Big Hole Watershed Committee and "can contribute approximately $30,000 to the project." A county representative told the commissioners the contribution amount is an approximation included in the letter text. No formal vote or additional authorization for the contribution was recorded during the work session; the letter was presented to inform the public and the commission.
The reading also referenced grant reviews for the Renewable Resource program and asked reviewers to consider lasting benefits tied to the funding; staff indicated county staff and partner organizations will continue to coordinate application materials.
