US Bridges

Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv

Fair

Hawaii County, Hawaii · Tmk: 5-3-010:999 · Structure no. 001002700502153

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv is a steel culvert carrying Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv 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 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,857 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesAkoni Pule HWY
CrossesHalelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv
LocationTmk: 5-3-010:999
RouteCounty Highway 270
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.22623, -155.77559
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2016)
Projected traffic5,857 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$70,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv built?

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

What condition is Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Akoni Pule HWY over Halelua Glh-Dbl Mtl Culv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.