Ia 27 over Stream
FairLee County, Iowa · 2.6 Mi. N of Jct. SR J72 · Structure no. 000000000218530
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 27 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 27 over Stream in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 78 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 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Ia 27 over Stream built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Ia 27 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 27 over Stream carry?
About 7,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Ia 27 over Stream?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 27 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.