The 1934 bridge was moved in 1955 following the construction of the Garrison Dam and the creation of Lake Sakakawea.

[2] One worker was killed and three were injured when a portion of the new bridge collapsed during construction on November 30, 2004.

The current bridge is decorated with medallions reflecting the heritage of the Three Affiliated Tribes, the Mandan, Arikara and Hidatsa who inhabit the reservation.

The bridge opened to traffic on September 2, 2005, at around 10:00 a.m. local time [1].

An official opening ceremony was held on October 3, 2005.