US Bridges

Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm

Good

Maui County, Hawaii · 13.81MI E/Kula HWY · Structure no. 009000310902857

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
245
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 245 vehicles a day, projected to reach 306 by 2025. The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesPiilani HWY
CrossesWaiopae Strm
Location13.81MI E/Kula HWY
RouteCity Street 31
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.6251, -156.20964
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.2 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (1998)
Projected traffic306 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$333,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Piilani HWY over Waiopae 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm?

The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Piilani HWY over Waiopae Strm?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.