Johnson Announces $65 Million for Platte-Winner Bridge

April 3, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced $65 million of federal funding for the Platte-Winner bridge along Highway 44. This bridge replacement restores a vital transportation link for not only Gregory and Charles Mix Counties, but the entire region. “This is huge news for South Dakota. Our hard-fought advocacy efforts to secure $65 million for this bridge were successful,” said Johnson. “This is a great investment in South Dakota’s infrastructure and I’m grateful the Administration awarded our state this funding.” The Highway 44 Platte-Winner bridge crosses the Missouri River. Without this bridge, the nearest crossings of the Missouri River would require a detour of over 50 miles. Issues : Transportation & Infrastructure