Lane closure for sections of Kapa‘a scheduled from May 22 to May 27

The Department of Public Works and Grace Pacific LLC are announcing that portions of Kapaʻa will be closed from May 22 to May 27, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A portion of Kawaihau Road, Hau’a’ala Road, and Mailihuna Road will experience periodic one-lane closure and road narrowing. The closure is necessary for roadway excavation and curb construction. During this time, lanes will be shifted to help accommodate for the construction. Traffic control will be put in place and will vary with each roadway.

Please note that the new Kolohala entrance will now be the permanent new route.

Motorists are advised to expect brief and occasional delays. Please exercise caution and drive slowly when commuting through the work area.

The project aims to construct a peanut-shaped roundabout, sidewalks, paved shoulders, and various other roadway improvements to help improve the safety and operations of the 5-way intersection of these three roads and for people using multiple modes to travel efficiently and safely through Kawaihau Road, Hau’a’ala Road, and Mailihuna Road located in Kapaʻa. This area contains St. Catherine’s School/Church, Kapaʻa High School, Kapaʻa Elementary School, Mahelona Hospital, and Gore Park.

The project has an estimated completion date of October 2023.

Dates and times are subject to change depending on weather and other factors.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Junard Mata of Grace Pacific LLC at 808-694-9784.