Kawaihau Road utility work, lane closures extended through February

Hawaiian Dredging Construction Co., under contract with Kauaiʻi County Department of Water, extended the utility work and excavation along Kawaihau Road, from the intersection of Kaʻapuni Road to Kapahi Road, through Feb. 28 in Kapaʻa, weather permitting.

The work is necessary for the Kapaʻa Homesteads Tank Project.

One-lane closures will occur from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. — weekdays only — on portions of the road. Parking will not be allowed in the designated work zones.

The Kapaʻa Homesteads Tank Project will construct two half-million-gallon storage tanks, along with necessary storm drain improvements. Additionally, about 1,700 linear feet of water lines — 16-inch and 12-inch — and associated appurtenances will be constructed.

Utility Work and Road Closures

• Date: Extended through Feb. 28
• Work hours: from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weekdays only
• Location: Kawaihau Road, from Kaapuni Road to Kapahi Road

Traffic Advisory

• One-lane closures will be in effect on weekdays only; access to properties will be provided.
• Obey all posted signs, traffic controls and flaggers.
• Use caution when driving over roadway steel plates.
• Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to allow extra travel time.
• Parking will not be allowed in the designated work zones.

“Every effort will be made to complete this project efficiently and with minimal disruption,” said the Kauaʻi County Department of Water in its announcement about the extension. “We appreciate your patience and support as we work to improve the water system in your community.”

Note: The work and land closure schedule is subject to change.

Contact Chansen Oshiro with Hawaiian Dredging Construction Co. at 808-397-9627 or Scott Suga with the county Water Department at 808-245-5411 for more information or any questions.