It was built in 1881 by the British, who needed a bridge across the Narmada River to create better access to trade and administration officials in Bombay (now called Mumbai).

The bridge was contracted by the Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway and was designed by Sir John Hawkshaw.

In September 2023, the Golden Bridge experienced significant challenges due to severe flooding in Bharuch.

The flood was caused by continuous heavy rainfall and the release of water from the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River.

The water level of the Narmada River near the Golden Bridge reached about 9 feet above the danger mark, leading to the evacuation of over 2,000 people and around 500 cattle to relief camps.