US Bridges

Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 3.65MI Se/Scrd Falls RD · Structure no. 003000830302624

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,343 by 2025. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

CarriesKam HWY
CrossesN Kahana Strm
Location3.65MI Se/Scrd Falls RD
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.55578, -157.8748
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,100 (2017)
Projected traffic11,343 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$821,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kam HWY over N Kahana 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm carry?

About 11,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Kam HWY over N Kahana Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.