Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br)
PoorPosted for loadKauai County, Hawaii · 0.32MI E/Kuhio HWY JCT · Structure no. 007510011151001
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 1981 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br) in Kauai County, Hawaii. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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 4 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 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 113 by 2025. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br) built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.
What condition is Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br) 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br) carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (1981 count).
How long is Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br)?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Koolau RD over Waipake Strm(kiaki Br)?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.