Nighttime work scheduled for Kūhiō Highway (Hardy-Oxford) Waterline Project

Kaua‘i County Department of Water announces that night work will begin Jan. 4, 2026, and continue through Sept. 15, 2026, between Oxford Street and Hardy Street on Kūhiō Highway.

Work will take place in the center two lanes on Kuhio Highway — no left-hand turns will be allowed into side streets or businesses.

One northbound lane and one southbound lane will remain open.

This work is part of the Kūhiō Highway (Hardy-Oxford) Waterline Project, which involves replacement of aged infrastructure, including new water mains, new fire hydrants, new service laterals and service connections to adjacent properties.

• Duration: Jan. 4 through Sept. 15, 2026
• Jan. 4-5: Midnight to 5 a.m.
• Jan. 5-9: 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Jan. 11-Sept. 15: 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Location: Kūhiō Highway between Poinciana Street and Hardy Street (Jan. 4-31).

Water service interruptions could occur during the project’s work hours. Additionally, typical construction site occurrences such as noise, vibration and dust can also be expected.

Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and follow posted traffic signs for safety.

Call Noah Carter with Alpha Inc. at 808-866-6042 or Scott Suga with Kaua‘i County Department of Water at 808-245-5411 for additional information or with questions.

You can also email publicrelations@kauaiwater.org.