US 71 over Stream
FairPage County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. N of SR J-53 · Structure no. 000000000038680
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,450
- 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 Page County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,450 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,450 by 2043. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Stream built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 71 over Stream carry?
About 3,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Stream?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.