US Bridges

Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm

Fair

Maui County, Hawaii · 0.08MI S/Waiko RD · Structure no. 009000300303404

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,200
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm is a concrete continuous slab carrying Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older than the Hawaii average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 14,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,098 by 2025. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHonoapiilani HWY
CrossesWaikapu Strm
Location0.08MI S/Waiko RD
RouteU.S. Route 30
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.85333, -156.5038
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,200 (2017)
Projected traffic17,098 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm carry?

About 14,200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Honoapiilani HWY over Waikapu Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.