US Bridges

FAI H3 over Kuou Stream

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · .5 MI S Kaneohe Ic · Structure no. 003000H30200902

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
335 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAI H3 over Kuou Stream is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAI H3 over Kuou Stream in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 27,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,600 by 2025. The structure is 335 ft (102.2 m) long and 80 ft wide.

CarriesFAI H3
CrossesKuou Stream
Location.5 MI S Kaneohe Ic
RouteInterstate 0H3
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.38588, -157.81204
Functional classRural 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 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 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 rating83.2 US tons
Inventory rating59.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length335 ft (102.2 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,200 (2017)
Projected traffic28,600 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FAI H3 over Kuou Stream built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAI H3 over Kuou 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FAI H3 over Kuou Stream carry?

About 27,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FAI H3 over Kuou Stream?

The structure is 335 ft (102.2 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FAI H3 over Kuou Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.