US Bridges

Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm

FairPosted for load

Hawaii County, Hawaii · Tmk: 4-8-008:008 · Structure no. 001480001100002

Built
1920
105 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
1981 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 105 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 125 by 2025. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesKukuihaele RD
CrossesWaiulili Strm
LocationTmk: 4-8-008:008
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.11687, -155.57748
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating79.3 US tons
Inventory rating56.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width13 ft (4.1 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (1981)
Projected traffic125 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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$108,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1981 count).

How long is Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns Kukuihaele RD over Waiulili Strm?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.