US Bridges

Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream

Good

Maui County, Hawaii · .14 MI N Kihei RD · Structure no. 009000300303138

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,900
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 22,900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40,700 by 2027. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHonoapiilani HWY
CrossesPohakea Stream
Location.14 MI N Kihei RD
RouteU.S. Route 30
CountyMaui County
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.815, -156.50694
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.5 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,900 (2017)
Projected traffic40,700 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream carry?

About 22,900 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Honoapiilani HWY over Pohakea Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.