Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm
GoodKauai County, Hawaii · 0.74MI Nw/Aliomanu RD · Structure no. 007000560301581
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,400
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm is a concrete tee beam carrying Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm in Kauai County, Hawaii. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 14,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,666 by 2025. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kuhio HWY over Papaa 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm carry?
About 14,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (19 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Kuhio HWY over Papaa Strm?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.