US 169 over Stream
FairBoone County, Iowa · 3.5 Miles N of JCT Ia 141 · Structure no. 000000000015240
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,370
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 169 over Stream in Boone County, Iowa. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 89 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,370 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,370 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Stream built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 169 over Stream in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 169 over Stream carry?
About 3,370 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Stream?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 169 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.