US Bridges

Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm

GoodPosted for load

Hawaii County, Hawaii · Tmk: 2-3-026:005 · Structure no. 001027201400020

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,630
1986 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm is a concrete arch - deck carrying Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,630 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,288 by 2025. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesWaianuenue Ave
CrossesAinako Strm
LocationTmk: 2-3-026:005
RouteCity Street 2720
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.71704, -155.1057
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
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating68.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,630 (1986)
Projected traffic8,288 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$283,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waianuenue Ave over Ainako 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm carry?

About 6,630 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Waianuenue Ave over Ainako Strm?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.