US Bridges

Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm

Good

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 0.80MI E/Plt RD · Structure no. 001000190306382

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
241 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,700
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,410 by 2025. The structure is 241 ft (73.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHawaii Belt RD
CrossesEast Paauilo Strm
Location0.80MI E/Plt RD
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.03803, -155.36569
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating65.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length241 ft (73.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,700 (2019)
Projected traffic7,410 by 2025
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm carry?

About 6,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm?

The structure is 241 ft (73.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Hawaii Belt RD over East Paauilo Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.