US Bridges

FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib

Fair

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 1.35MI E/Palehua RD · Structure no. 003000H10100451

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
137 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
92,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 92,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,105 by 2025. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFAI-H1
CrossesHonouliuli Strm Ib
Location1.35MI E/Palehua RD
RouteInterstate 0H1
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.37757, -158.04381
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic92,800 (2017)
Projected traffic91,105 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$823,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib carry?

About 92,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FAI-H1 over Honouliuli Strm Ib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.