US Bridges

Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm

Fair

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 0.72MI E/Pakalana ST · Structure no. 001000190305755

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,200
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,720 by 2025. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHawaii Belt RD
CrossesKahaupu Strm
Location0.72MI E/Pakalana ST
RouteU.S. Route 19
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.06828, -155.45465
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.4 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,200 (2019)
Projected traffic5,720 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$213,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm carry?

About 7,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m).

Who owns Hawaii Belt RD over Kahaupu Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.