US Bridges

Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream

Good

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 2.84 MI S/Honuapo · Structure no. 001000110306490

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,730
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger than the Hawaii average of 63.8 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 3,730 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,594 by 2025. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHawaii Belt Rd.
CrossesHilea Stream
Location2.84 MI S/Honuapo
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.12454, -155.5261
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,730 (2019)
Projected traffic2,594 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream carry?

About 3,730 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Hawaii Belt Rd. over Hilea Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.