US Bridges

Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch

GoodPosted for load

Hawaii County, Hawaii · Tmk: 4-6-011:045 · Structure no. 001460001100005

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,778
1999 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,778 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,166 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesOld Mamalahoa HWY
CrossesInoino Gulch
LocationTmk: 4-6-011:045
RouteCounty Highway 2450
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.05157, -155.51751
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 geometry5: 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 rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,778 (1999)
Projected traffic4,166 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$270,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch carry?

About 1,778 vehicles per day (1999 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Old Mamalahoa HWY over Inoino Gulch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.