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Throughout the years there has been various projects that are noteworthy. Here we have archieved as many projects as possible. If you have any questions or would like to showcase a current or past project, please email us the information and we will look into showcasing it on the website.
Throughout the years there has been various projects that are noteworthy. Here we have archieved as many projects as possible. If you have any questions or would like to showcase a current or past project, please email us the information and we will look into showcasing it on the website.
2023
Project Name:
Pilot project: Autonomous electric bus to provide shuttle service at UH Manoa
6/18/23
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
UHM
Summary:
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) are launching a pilot project to introduce the state's first autonomous electric "Min-E Bus" on the Mānoa campus. The project supports the state's clean energy goals and HDOT's transition to electric vehicles. The College of Engineering at UH Mānoa will collect and analyze data as HDOT incorporates autonomous and electric vehicles into their fleet. The shuttle service will initially run on the UH Mānoa campus and expand to a faculty housing complex. The project aims to provide insights into future transportation and mobility, while contributing to UH's goal of zero carbon emissions.
Project Name
Hawaii department of transportation adjust storm preparations
Apr 4, 2023
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
Summary:
HDOT crews responded to the flooding in various areas, including the H-1 eastbound near the Punahou offramp, H-1 westbound near the Liliha overpass, and Nimitz Highway westbound near Iwilei Road.
Crews cleared drains and removed debris from the road in these locations, facing challenges such as heavy traffic and reduced drainage capability due to nearby repaving work. To prevent future drainage issues, HDOT plans to remove filtering fabric and other measures when no work is being done, which will add $50,000 to the repaving cost.
HDOT will adjust their storm preparation threshold and notify crews in advance to address known flooding areas. They will also use social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to provide updates on events and conditions.
Project Name:
Next Steps for Kamehameha Highway Near Waimea Bay
2/8/23
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
Summary:
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) is taking measures to protect Kamehameha Highway near Waimea Bay from rockfall incidents. They have completed rock scaling and barrier resetting at the site of a recent rockfall, and an impact fence will be installed to prevent future incidents. The cost of these efforts is estimated at $130,000. To expedite the construction of the impact fencing, HDOT has declared Kamehameha Highway in the vicinity of Waimea Bay a traffic emergency zone, allowing for faster procurement and permitting processes. A virtual public meeting has been scheduled for February 9 at 12:30 p.m. for public comments on this designation.
HDOT plans to construct 190 linear feet of 15-foot-tall impact fencing along the highway to mitigate the risk of future rockfalls. The estimated cost for this construction is $1.2 million, and the fence is expected to be delivered in early March 2023. Construction will occur on weekdays for approximately two months, with work taking place 10 hours per day. The recent rockfall occurred in an area ranked 13 for rockfall risk on Kamehameha Highway.
2022
Project Name:
Driving on Plastic, UH partners on sustainable road paving project
10/12/22
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
UHM
Summary:
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has partnered with the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) to develop a sustainable road paving initiative that incorporates recycled plastics. Over the next 18 months, UH Mānoa's College of Engineering will assess the performance of the plastic modified asphalt and its potential impact on the release of microplastics. HDOT is conducting a pilot project on Fort Weaver Road to test the material, aiming to make the roads stronger and reduce plastic waste. The project will also evaluate the use of high recycled asphalt mixes, which could significantly increase the percentage of recycled asphalt used on Hawaiian roads.
The collaboration between UH Mānoa and HDOT aims to improve road construction practices by incorporating recycled materials and reducing landfill waste. The project's success could pave the way for more sustainable road paving initiatives in Hawaiʻi and contribute to the state's efforts in environmental conservation and sustainability.
Project Name:
Kuhio Highway Short-Term Improvements.
10/6/22
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
Summary:
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) will implement daytime closures on Kuhio Highway between Kuamoo Road and the Temporary Kapaa Bypass Road for the Kuhio Highway Short-Term Improvements project starting on Monday, Oct. 24. The decision to shift to daywork is due to the seabird fallout season. Daytime work will occur from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., organized into three northbound phases and two southbound phases. Lane closures and detours will be in place to manage traffic flow during the construction.
In the northbound phases, specific sections of Kuhio Highway will be closed, and traffic will be rerouted accordingly. Southbound phases will involve contraflowing traffic in one of the northbound lanes on Kuhio Highway, with modified connections to Haleilio Road, Kuamoo Road, and Kapaa Bypass. It is important to note that the dates for each phase are estimates and may be subject to change based on factors such as production and weather. HDOT will provide weekly updates on the scheduled roadwork, and traffic control measures will be implemented to ensure the safety and smooth movement of vehicles within the work zone.
Project Name:
Red-light safety camera pilot announcement
9/20/22
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
Summary:
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has selected two intersections, Vineyard Boulevard and Palama Street, and Vineyard Boulevard and Liliha Street, for Phase 1 of the Red-Light Safety Camera (RLSC) pilot. Construction has begun at the Vineyard and Palama site and is expected to last two weeks, while construction at the Vineyard and Liliha site will begin in October and run for four weeks. After construction, warning letters will be sent to red-light runners at these intersections.
The selection of Vineyard Boulevard at Palama Street aims to provide traffic calming for vehicles passing through the neighborhood, as this intersection is located near freeway on/off-ramps. Although the northeast bound approach from Palama Street has a higher crash rate, there is no direct evidence linking these crashes to red-light running. Crash history data from 2016-2020 is available in a table on the provided link.
Project Name:
Two Waikiki intersections on Ala Moana Boulevard are set to become pilot all-pedestrian crossings.
9/28/22
Noteworthy Participating Parties:
HDOT
Summary:
Starting from October 22, 2022, two intersections in Honolulu—Ala Moana Boulevard and Hobron Lane, as well as Ala Moana and Ena Road/Kalia Road—will become all-pedestrian crossings. These crossings aim to improve pedestrian safety by having a separate phase where all traffic signals turn red. Signs will be installed to remind pedestrians to cross only when the walk signal is displayed. The effects of this change will be evaluated for one month to determine whether to continue, switch to a pedestrian scramble, or revert to the previous setup.
The aim is to establish a network of 500,000 EV chargers across the United States, accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and positioning the U.S. as a global leader in transportation electrification.
Ongoing construction efforts are focused on reconstructing the pavement between Kaiona Beach Park and Aloiloi Street, as well as installing a new drainage system from Moole Street to Tinker Road. Additionally, safety measures such as raised pedestrian crosswalks at Kaiona Beach Park and Inoaole Street are being implemented, along with an extension of the pavement connecting Waimanalo Town and Kaiona Beach Park.
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has started Phase 1 of the Whitmore Avenue Sidewalk Improvements project. It involves constructing a concrete sidewalk on the north side of Whitmore Avenue from Uakanikoʻo Street to the western end of ʻIhiʻihi Avenue.
The State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), Highways Division, is proposing to install a roundabout at the intersection of Kamehameha Highway and Kahekili Highway replacing the existing T-intersection configuration. The project is located at the intersection of Route 83 and Route 830.
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) announces Hawaiian names and words on new or replacement highway signs shall include kahakō and ʻokina in conformance with Hawaiian language resources.
The H4 SAP project aims to implement an integrated and efficient ERP system that meets the current and future needs of DOT-Highways. It focuses on improving support for Project Accounting and FHWA Billing, eliminating manual processes, enhancing business processes, increasing transparency and access to financial accounting information, standardizing data and business processes, and enabling timely and accurate financial accounting data for external systems. Additionally, the project aims to provide necessary technology, tools, and training for mobile and self-service reporting capabilities.
2021
The State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) plans to replace Waiaka Bridge and realign the roadway approaches to the Kawaihae Road and Kohala Mountain Road intersection in the South Kohala district on the Island of Hawaii. The purpose of the project is to bring the bridge up to current standards for roadway width, load capacity, bridge railings, and bicycle and pedestrian access, while improving traffic operations and safety at the intersection.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) will implement an all-way stop at the intersection of Farrington Highway and Kaukonahua Road (Thompson Corner) in Honolulu starting from Monday, April 19. This conversion involves the installation of stop signs, stop bars, and a four-way flashing beacon.
Resurfacing of several highways in Hawai'i.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) Highways Division has conducted a comprehensive study to establish a long-term vision and management plan for the Farrington Highway Corridor, spanning from Nanakuli to Makaha. The study aims to address key issues such as safety, traffic congestion, and resilience by identifying both short-term (6 months to 2 years) and long-term (2 to 20 or more years) multimodal solutions.
2020
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Engineering received recognition for its efforts in preparing the state for autonomous vehicles. Governor David Ige commended Dean Brennon Morioka and Interim Associate Dean David Ma during a virtual bill signing event. The bill establishes an autonomous vehicle testing pilot program within the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation, allowing testing of autonomous vehicles on public roads with a human driver present.
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation and the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Engineering are collaborating on a groundbreaking project to improve traffic flow in Honolulu. Through the use of "Vehicle-to-Everything" communication technology, signal devices have been installed at intersections along Nimitz Highway and Ala Moana Boulevard.
On January 24, 2018, the Hawaii Department of Transportation's (HDOT) Highways Division conducted a blessing ceremony for the Pali Highway Improvements Project. This initiative, initiated in December 2017, involved the replacement of streetlights from Vineyard Boulevard to Kamehameha Highway and the repaving of Pali Highway from Waokanaka Street to Kamehameha Highway, including the parallel Waokanaka Street.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the closure of Fort Barrette Road in the northbound direction between Kapolei Parkway and just past Kamaaha Avenue from February 24, 2020, to February 28, 2020, between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. for pavement repair work. During the closure, northbound motorists will be diverted at Kapolei Parkway and directed to take alternate routes via Manawai Street, Kamokila Boulevard, and Makakilo Drive.
2019
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFL) have commenced the Kawela Stream Bridge and Nanahu Stream Bridge improvement project on Kamehameha Highway near mile marker 11, close to Kawela Bay in Oahu's North Shore. The project aims to enhance the safety and reliability of the bridges by replacing the current structures and addressing various aspects including width, load capacity, bridge railings, transitions, and approaches.
2018
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) celebrated the reopening of the Kipapa Stream (Roosevelt) Bridge on Kamehameha Highway in Mililani with a blessing ceremony. In collaboration with the Central Federal Lands Highways Division (CFLHD) of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), HDOT completed the rehabilitation of the 85-year-old bridge. The project included widening the bridge to 36 feet, repaving the roadway, increasing the weight limit to 40 tons, and implementing safety enhancements such as new railings and restriped travel lanes.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) will keep the public informed about the upcoming opening of the next phase of the Lahaina Bypass, spanning from Olowalu to Hokiokio Place in March 2018. The project aims to realign the coastal highway for protection and enhance roadway capacity. Due to funding limitations, large projects like the Lahaina Bypass are divided into phases that are opened to the public upon completion.
HDOT expresses gratitude to the community for their patience regarding the Farrington Intersection Improvements project, which involved creating a fifth lane for left turn storage and implementing contraflow operations on Farrington Highway during weekdays from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and explains that delays in the project were caused by inaccurate or incomplete "as-built" plans, modifications to avoid underground utilities, revisions to traffic signal plans, and adjustments to construction scheduling due to other projects in the area.
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