US Bridges

Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano)

Fair

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 1.36MI E/22MI RD · Structure no. 001000110310410

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,100
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano) is a steel culvert carrying Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano) in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, younger than the Hawaii average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,459 by 2025. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesHawaii Belt RD
CrossesTpl Pipe Clvt(volcano)
Location1.36MI E/22MI RD
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.50337, -155.14265
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,100 (2019)
Projected traffic6,459 by 2025
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$676,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano) built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano) 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano) carry?

About 7,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano)?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Hawaii Belt RD over Tpl Pipe Clvt(volcano)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.