Ia 281 over Stream
GoodBlack Hawk County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. S of Jct. SR C57 · Structure no. 000000000076061
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,240
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 281 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 281 over Stream in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,240 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,240 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 281 over Stream built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 281 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 281 over Stream carry?
About 1,240 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Ia 281 over Stream?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Ia 281 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.