Wailua Bridge Closure Underway for Paving Project on Kauaʻi
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Updated Sep 24
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What happened
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced that the Mauka Wailua Bridge will close entirely for paving on Sunday, September 27, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. During the closure, two-way traffic will be maintained on the Mayor Bryan J. Baptiste Memorial Bridge (Plantation Bridge), with one lane open in each direction. The full Wailua Bridge Repairs Project is scheduled for completion in mid-October.
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Why it matters
The closure is necessary to complete the necessary paving work on the critical island infrastructure. The project aims to restore the bridge to full operational status after delays caused by Hurricane Lowell.
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Who's involved
- HdoTManages the infrastructure projects and issues the closure notices.
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