US Bridges

Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm

Good

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 1.52MI N/Kamani ST · Structure no. 001000110307277

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
105 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,036
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,036 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,080 by 2025. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesHawaii Belt RD
CrossesKaalaala Strm
Location1.52MI N/Kamani ST
RouteU.S. Route 11
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.22039, -155.46263
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.
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating94.7 US tons
Inventory rating72.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length105 ft (31.9 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,036 (2019)
Projected traffic2,080 by 2025
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$239,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm 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 Kaalaala Strm carry?

About 2,036 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm?

The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Hawaii Belt RD over Kaalaala Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.