10/17/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/17/2025 12:45
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is working with counties to improve local infrastructure and improve safety for county and out-of-county residents. The County Bridge Match Program (CBMP) annually awards $4 million to counties beginning every September for the replacement and repair of structurally deficient bridges. CBMP funds 55% of eligible costs, up to $500,000, with counties providing a 45% match.
 Applications for the 2025 funding round are due every October for bridges that meet the following criteria:
The application is available at the County Bridge Match Program website through the NDOT at https://dot.nebraska.gov/projects/tia/bridge-match. There is more information on matching grants to county needs at the Nebraska Infrastructure Hub. Nebraska Farm Bureau and NDOT can help you navigate this process.