US Bridges

Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2

Good

Hawaii County, Hawaii · 1.35MI S/Saddle RD Junct · Structure no. 001001900503111

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2 is a steel culvert carrying Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2 in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 95 years old, older 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,524 by 2025. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesMamalahoa HWY
CrossesKamakoa Strm #2
Location1.35MI S/Saddle RD Junct
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.91847, -155.69669
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11.1 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 traffic5,900 (2017)
Projected traffic5,524 by 2025
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$432,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2 built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2 carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Mamalahoa HWY over Kamakoa Strm #2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.