Lane closures scheduled in Kapa‘a

Portions of Kawaihau, Hau‘a‘ala and Mailihuna Roads near schools in Kapa‘a will be closed for permanent roadway striping starting next week.

The closure will begin Aug. 28 and runs till Sept. 1 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During this time, lanes will be shifted to help accommodate the construction. Kawaihau, Hau‘a‘ala and Mailihuna Roads will experience temporary road narrowing.

During student pick-up and drop-off times, work effort will be minimized to help accommodate Kapa‘a High School and Kapa‘a Elementary School. Motorists are advised to expect brief and occasional delays. 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 February 2024. Dates and times are subject to change depending on weather and other factors.

For questions or concerns, contact Junard Mata of Grace Pacific, at 808-694-9784.