About Montana Bridge Company

​​About Montana Bridge Company

Montana Bridge Company is a boutique, founder-led firm specializing in the design, engineering, and construction of custom timber bridges across the United States.

We serve residential developments, commercial centers, golf courses, campuses, and public spaces—delivering structures that are both functional and enduring. Each bridge is thoughtfully designed to fit its environment and built to stand the test of time.

With over 70 years of combined experience and a legacy of more than 8,000 bridges across four continents, our team brings heritage-level craftsmanship together with modern engineering precision.

Led by industry pioneer James York and an experienced team of designers, engineers, and builders, we provide a deeply personalized, end-to-end approach—from concept and permitting to construction and long-term maintenance.

Our Mission

To build beautiful, lasting timber bridges that reflect integrity, craftsmanship, and care—connecting people, places, and generations

Our Values

Integrity & Craftsmanship
We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded, and stand behind every beam and bolt.

Environmental Stewardship
We prioritize sustainability through responsibly sourced timber, low-impact construction, and long-term durability.

Partnership & Support
We guide our clients through every phase—from permitting to maintenance—serving as a true long-term partner.

Our Vision

To lead the next evolution of timber bridge construction in America through a boutique, founder-led approach that prioritizes quality, sustainability, and lasting design.

Our Legacy

Our work is rooted in one of the most influential legacies in modern timber bridge construction—bringing together decades of experience and thousands of completed structures across the U.S. and internationally.

Today, Montana Bridge Company continues that tradition with a renewed focus on craftsmanship, environmental responsibility, and personalized service.

Our Process

From Vision to Structure

We take a collaborative, detail-driven approach to every project:

  • Discovery & Planning – Understanding your goals, site, and vision

  • Site Assessment – Evaluating terrain, hydrology, and environmental factors

  • Design & Engineering – Creating precise, durable, and beautiful structures

  • Construction & Maintenance – Building with care and supporting long-term performance

The Montana Bridge Company Difference

  • Boutique, Founder-Led Approach

  • Nationwide Timber Bridge Expertise

  • Sustainable Construction Methods

  • End-to-End Project Delivery

  • Proven Legacy of Over 8,000 Structures

Purpose-Built.
Personally Led.

We don’t just build bridges—we create lasting connections between people, land, and generations.