US Bridges

Hawaii Belt RD over Dbl Pipe Clvt(volcano)

Fair

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 1.50MI E/22MI RD · Structure no. 001000110310424

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt RD over Dbl Pipe Clvt(volcano) is a steel culvert carrying Hawaii Belt RD over Dbl 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,459 by 2025. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long.

Location

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CarriesHawaii Belt RD
CrossesDbl Pipe Clvt(volcano)
Location1.50MI E/22MI RD
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.50449, -155.14219
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,500 (2017)
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$512,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is Hawaii Belt RD over Dbl 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 Dbl Pipe Clvt(volcano) carry?

About 7,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

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

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.