US 63 over Stream
FairPoweshiek County, Iowa · 4.4 Mi. N of SR G17 · Structure no. 000000000700650
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,530
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 63 over Stream in Poweshiek County, Iowa. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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 1,530 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Stream built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 over Stream carry?
About 1,530 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Stream?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.