US 71 over Stream
GoodAudubon County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 44 · Structure no. 000000000014131
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Stream is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 71 over Stream in Audubon County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Stream built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Stream in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over Stream carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Stream?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.