US Bridges

Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16)

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 0.82MI E/Beg H3 · Structure no. 003000H30200082

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
604 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
49,100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16) in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 49,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,220 by 2025. The structure is 604 ft (184.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUlune Extension
CrossesFAI-H3(HIC Struct #16)
Location0.82MI E/Beg H3
RouteInterstate 0H3
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.37026, -157.91314
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length604 ft (184.1 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck29 ft (8.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,100 (2017)
Projected traffic45,220 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16) built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16) 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16) carry?

About 49,100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16)?

The structure is 604 ft (184.1 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ulune Extension over FAI-H3(HIC Struct #16)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.