US Bridges

I 35 over Stream

Good

Hamilton County, Iowa · 0.3 Mile North of SR D65 · Structure no. 000000000605610

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 35 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 35 over Stream in Hamilton County, Iowa. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 26,900 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,900 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 35
CrossesStream
Location0.3 Mile North of SR D65
RouteInterstate 35
StateIowa
Coordinates42.24274, -93.57043
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,900 (2023)
Projected traffic26,900 by 2043
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 35 over Stream built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 35 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does I 35 over Stream carry?

About 26,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is I 35 over Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns I 35 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.