US Bridges

Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 0.59MI Sw/Blow Hole · Structure no. 003074001400274

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Arch - Thru
Concrete Continuous
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm is a concrete continuous arch - thru carrying Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,440 by 2025. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesKal HWY
CrossesIhiihilauakea Strm
Location0.59MI Sw/Blow Hole
RouteU.S. Route 72
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.27733, -157.68404
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,900 (2017)
Projected traffic9,440 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$875,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm carry?

About 8,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Kal HWY over Ihiihilauakea Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.