HomeMy WebLinkAbout20230405DPW.pdfDEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: April 5, 2023
COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
TROY TANIGAWA, COUNTY ENGINEER
(808) 241-4993
Lane closure for sections of Kapa‘a scheduled from April 6 to April 14
KAPA‘A - The Department of Public Works and Grace Pacific LLC., are announcing that portions
of Kapa‘a will be closed on April 6, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and from April 10 to April 14, from 7 a.m. to
3:30 p.m.
Kawaihau Road and Nunu Road
On April 6, Kawaihau Road and Nunu Road will experience a one lane-closure and detours. The
closure and detours for Nunu Road and Kawaihau Road are necessary for clearing and grubbing,
roadway excavation, sidewalk construction, and roadway construction.
Please note that Kawaihau Road will experience temporary traffic shifts and road narrowing.
In addition, Nunu Road will be closed from Kawaihau Road to Pelehu Road, with traffic being
limited to residents in the closed roadway area. “Local traffic only” signs will be installed to inform
motorists. Nunu Road and its intersection with Kawaihau Road will be open to the public once the work
has been completed, weather permitting.
Kawaihai Road and Mailihuna Road
From April 10 to April 14, a portion of Kawaihau Road and Mailihuna Road will experience
periodic one-lane closure and road narrowing. The closure is necessary for clearing and grubbing,
excavation, and construction. During this time, lanes will be shifted to help accommodate the
construction.
Motorists are advised to expect brief and occasional delays. Please 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 October 2023.
Dates and times are subject to change depending on weather and other factors.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Junard Mata of Grace Pacific, LLC. at
808-694-9784.
Figure 1: Traffic Control for April 6.
Figure 2: Traffic Control from April 10 to April 14.
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