US Bridges

Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm

GoodPosted for load

Maui County, Hawaii · 0.21MI W/Hana Airport RD · Structure no. 009003600503347

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
119 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 78 years old, older 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. 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 119 ft (36.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHana HWY
CrossesKawaipapa Strm
Location0.21MI W/Hana Airport RD
RouteU.S. Route 360
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.7662, -155.99532
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length119 ft (36.2 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2017)
Projected traffic1,754 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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$606,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is Hana HWY over Kawaipapa 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm carry?

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

How long is Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm?

The structure is 119 ft (36.2 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Hana HWY over Kawaipapa Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.