US Bridges

Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm

Good

Maui County, Hawaii · 4.65MI E/Kilohana Sch RD · Structure no. 009004500900778

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
850
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm in Maui County, Hawaii. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 515 by 2025. The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesKam V HWY
CrossesKawaikapu Strm
Location4.65MI E/Kilohana Sch RD
RouteState Highway 450
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.08792, -156.7744
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating90.4 US tons
Inventory rating66.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic850 (2017)
Projected traffic515 by 2025
Trucks3%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm carry?

About 850 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm?

The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Kam V HWY over Kawaikapu Strm?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.