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This article discusses the use of digital methods, such as building information modeling (BIM) and structural health monitoring (SHM), in the maintenance management of a highway bridge in Germany. The goal is to combine these tools to create a comprehensive digital platform that organizes knowledge, incorporates real-time measurements, and provides feedback to the structural model and designer. The bridge is described in detail, including its dimensions and construction history. The monitoring system installed on the bridge measures various variables, including strain, vibration, inclination, displacement, temperature, and traffic loads. The article emphasizes the importance of a holistic understanding of the bridge's behavior and the need for collaboration between industry, academia, and federal institutions to address the challenges of digital bridge management. The authors express their willingness to share data and collaborate with others in the field. [Extracted from the article]