Yellowstone County Courthouse Closed Due to Burst Water Line

The Yellowstone County Courthouse will be closed to the public following a burst water line that caused damage inside the building on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026. The closure comes as crews work to assess and repair the damage before the courthouse can reopen for regular business.

Yellowstone County Courthouse Damage Assessment & Repair Status

Maintenance crews are now evaluating how extensive the damage is throughout the courthouse. Officials say the goal is to restore the building as quickly and safely as conditions allow, though no firm reopening date has been announced yet.

How to Contact Yellowstone County Offices During the Closure

Residents who need information about services normally handled at the courthouse still have options. The Clerk of Court can be reached at (406) 256-2871, and the Yellowstone County Attorney's Office can be reached at (406) 256-2870. Both offices can provide updates on how the closure affects ongoing county business.

Yellowstone County Commissioners Special Meeting (July 6)

The Yellowstone County Board of County Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for Monday, July 6th, at 8:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at 2825 3rd Ave N. Commissioners plan to discuss the current condition of the courthouse and work through logistics for office space while repairs continue.

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Impact on Yellowstone County Residents & Services

Anyone with courthouse business should call ahead before the week begins rather than showing up in person once the closure extends into normal business hours. County officials say they understand the inconvenience this creates and are asking for patience as they work through what they describe as an unexpected situation.