Kukuiula Bridge at 39.5 Mile Marker on Hana Highway re-opened today

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PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

June 20, 2022

Kukuiula Bridge at 39.5 Mile Marker on Hana Highway re-opened today, following expedited in-house work by Department of Public Works Highways Division

The Department of Public Works Highways Division has repaired the Hana side bridge abutment of Kukuiula Bridge in East Maui. The bridge reopened at noon today and is now safe for motorists to cross.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the public’s patience and understanding while the bridge was closed for repairs. Because work was done in-house by the DPW Highways Division, the bridge repairs took approximately 19 days, including consultations with the bridge consultant and construction work.

Storm water runoff damaged the foundation of an abutment holding up the Hana side of the bridge, located at Mile Marker 39.5 on Hana Highway. The bridge was closed June 1 after consultants determined the extent of storm damage and found it was unsafe for vehicles to cross.

The original estimate for the bridge closure was at least two months. That would have been the amount of time required if the project were bid out to an outside contractor.

Kukuiula Bridge Repair
Repair work has been completed to the foundation and protective structure of the Hana side abutment to Kukuiula Bridge at the 39.5 Mile Marker on Hana Highway. Vehicle traffic can now safely use the bridge. County of Maui photo

 

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Brian Perry

Communications Director

Office of Mayor Michael Victorino

(808) 270-8222