US Bridges

Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole Stream

Good

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 0.76 MI S/Punaluu Blk · Structure no. 001000110306601

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

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole Stream is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole 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 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHawaii Belt Rd.
CrossesNinole Stream
Location0.76 MI S/Punaluu Blk
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.13857, -155.51745
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.1 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 closed3.7 mi (6 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 Ninole Stream built?

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

What condition is Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole 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 Ninole Stream carry?

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

How long is Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole Stream?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Hawaii Belt Rd. over Ninole Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.