US Bridges

Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm

Good

Maui County, Hawaii · 9.92MI W/Rd to Hamoa · Structure no. 009003600903922

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
245
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2018, 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.

It carries about 245 vehicles a day, projected to reach 306 by 2025. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHana HWY
CrossesLelekea Strm
Location9.92MI W/Rd to Hamoa
RouteCounty Highway 360
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.65074, -156.0809
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating102.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (1998)
Projected traffic306 by 2025
Trucks0%
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

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$236,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Hana HWY over Lelekea 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Hana HWY over Lelekea Strm?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.