US Bridges

Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream

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Hawaii County, Hawaii · TMK:2-8-004:021 · Structure no. T01280001100005

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream is a steel truss - thru carrying Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream in Hawaii County, Hawaii. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 244 by 2030. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 14 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKaupakuea Hmstd RD
CrossesMakea Stream
LocationTMK:2-8-004:021
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHawaii County
StateHawaii
Coordinates19.84139, -155.11222
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.2 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2020)
Projected traffic244 by 2030
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Kaupakuea Hmstd RD over Makea Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.