US Bridges

Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST

PoorPosted for load

Honolulu County, Hawaii · TMK=1-4-20 · Structure no. 003148001200001

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
65 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,073
1980 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Hawaii average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,073 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,341 by 2025. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesKalihi ST
CrossesKalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST
LocationTMK=1-4-20
RouteCity Street 0
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.36466, -157.84193
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating14.7 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,073 (1980)
Projected traffic1,341 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$495,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST carry?

About 1,073 vehicles per day (1980 count).

How long is Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Kalihi ST over Kalihi ST BR#3/KALIHI ST?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.