Two raised crosswalks are slated to be installed on Kaua‘i: one on Kūhiō Highway in Anahola, and one on Kaumualiʻi Highway in Lāwaʻi.
These installations were originally scheduled for Sept. 6 through Sept. 11. Due to the impacts of Hurricane Lowell, work was rescheduled for Sept. 21 through Sept. 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.
The installation of the crosswalks will require a single-lane closure in one direction at a time, according to Hawai‘i Department of Transportation.
The raised crosswalk in Anahola will be installed between Ioane Road and Kalalea Road. In Lāwaʻi, it will be installed between Piko Road and Akemāmā Road.
A study found the Lāwaʻi area to have a high number of bus patrons crossing the road where the raised crosswalk will be installed. Speed was also a factor in the installation decision, with 85% of motorists going over the 35-mph speed limit.
The Anahola raised crosswalk will help the high number of bus patrons cross the highway safely. Between April 23 – 27, 2026 there were 380 instances of vehicles traveling above 60 mph, well over the 35-mph speed limit.
The state is installing traffic-calming devices, including raised crosswalks, speed tables and speed humps to promote pedestrian safety, by providing drivers a physical reminder to reduce their speed.
For additional information on existing and planned speed humps or raised crosswalks, visit the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation’s Safety Improvement Map at https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/safety-map/
