Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch
GoodHawaii County, Hawaii · Tmk 4-3-015:009 · Structure no. 001430001100009
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1987 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 86 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 63 by 2025. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch 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 2023.
How much traffic does Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1987 count).
How long is Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Kaapahu RD over Aliipali Gulch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.