US Bridges

Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream

GoodPosted for load

Hawaii County, Hawaii · TMK:2-2-021:041 · Structure no. 001019301400110

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,050
1986 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 18,050 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,563 by 2025. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesKinoole Street
CrossesWaiakea Stream
LocationTMK:2-2-021:041
RouteCity Street 1930
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.7118, -155.08052
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,050 (1986)
Projected traffic22,563 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream carry?

About 18,050 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns Kinoole Street over Waiakea Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.