US Bridges

Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc)

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 1.45MI S/Satellite Trk ST · Structure no. 003009300500242

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc) is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc) in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 52,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,170 by 2025. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 34 ft wide.

CarriesFarr HWY
CrossesMakua Strm(tpl Cbc)
Location1.45MI S/Satellite Trk ST
RouteState Highway 93
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.53014, -158.22774
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,300 (2017)
Projected traffic54,170 by 2025
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc) built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc) 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc) carry?

About 52,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc)?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Farr HWY over Makua Strm(tpl Cbc)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.