US Bridges

Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm

PoorPosted for load

Maui County, Hawaii · 2.90MI E/Lower Nahiku RD · Structure no. 009003600502795

Built
1917
108 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm is a concrete tee beam carrying Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1917, so it is 108 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,754 by 2025. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHana HWY
CrossesHeleleikeoha Strm
Location2.90MI E/Lower Nahiku RD
RouteU.S. Route 360
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.79823, -156.06154
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating15.8 US tons
Inventory rating12.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.4 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2017)
Projected traffic1,754 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
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

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$555,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm built?

It was built in 1917, making it 108 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Hana HWY over Heleleikeoha Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.