US Bridges

Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm

GoodPosted for load

Maui County, Hawaii · 9.46MI W/Rd to Hamoa · Structure no. 009003600903947

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
245
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 245 vehicles a day, projected to reach 306 by 2025. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHana HWY
CrossesKukuiula Strm
Location9.46MI W/Rd to Hamoa
RouteCounty Highway 36
StateHawaii
Coordinates20.65109, -156.07571
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating11 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.6 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

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

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$207,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hana HWY over Kukuiula 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Hana HWY over Kukuiula Strm?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.