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Kawaihau Road
Improvements Project
Design Concept Review Meeting
The Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking public input to inform the design of roadway improvements
along an approximately 2.1-mile stretch of Kawaihau Road between Hauʽaʽala Road and Kaʽapuni Road in Kapahi.
DPW received public input during a two-day design charrette on March 6 and 7, 2023, which included a Walk Audit and
Visioning & Design Workshop.
Anyone needing an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability may contact
Charlene Johnston with the Department of Public Works Engineering Division at cjohnston@kauai.gov
or 808-241-4885 as soon as possible. Requests made as early as possible will allow adequate time to
fulfill any requests. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, braille,
or electronic copy. Project related information is available at:
https://www.kauai.gov/Government/Departments-Agencies/Public-Works/Engineering/Project-Management
Walk Audit and Visioning & Design Workshop Key Takeaways
Speeding and sight distance issues; traffic calming measures are needed
Safety concerns require a review of intersection of Kawaihau Road and Ka’apuni Road - near Kapahi Park
Dated and incomplete pedestrian facilities (sidewalks and crosswalks)
Vehicles park in shared use roadway shoulders – limiting pedestrian and bicycle access – dangerous situation
Identified roadside obstructions that block views
Repetitive flooding and roadway drainage issues
Design Principles
Implement roadside shoulders and sidewalks along Kawaihau Road
Provide additional crosswalks along Kawaihau Road
Improve signage at crosswalks and where sight lines are reduced
Add traffic calming measures along Kawaihau Road
Provide street parking in commercial areas
Improve grass swale parking along Kawaihau Road
Add underground infiltration devices where potential exists
Reconfigure the intersection at Kawaihau Road and Kapahi Road
Reconfigure the intersection at Kawaihau Road and Kaʽapuni Road
Schedule of Events
Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Location: St Catherine's Coyle Hall
Times: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Doors Open
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Public Meeting