The Hawaii Department of Transportation announced on April 11 that westbound lanes of Kamehameha Highway (Route 99) in ‘Aiea will be closed for slope repairs under the ‘Aiea Cemetery. The department said the shotcrete used to prevent erosion on the slope developed cracks during March’s Kona lows and further deteriorated after severe weather in April.
These repairs are important because they address potential safety risks from erosion and unstable slopes along a major roadway. Work to secure the area is scheduled to begin Monday, April 13, with drivers advised to use alternate routes such as H-1 Freeway or detours via ‘Aiea Access Road onto Moanalua Road, or Salt Lake Boulevard and Kahuapaani Street.
According to the official website, the Hawaii Department of Transportation manages facilities including multiple airports for domestic and international carriers, commercial harbors, and a statewide highway system. The department operates as part of the executive branch of the State of Hawaii government according to its official website.
The agency oversees transportation infrastructure across all six major Hawaiian islands. This includes managing 11 commercial service airports, four general aviation airports, nine commercial harbors, and more than 2,400 lane miles of highways according to its official website. The department collaborates with federal agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration, U.S. Coast Guard and Federal Highway Administration alongside county planning departments as reported by its official website.
According to its official website, HDOT aims to deliver a safe, efficient, accessible and sustainable transportation system that supports mobility for people and goods while fostering economic growth and quality of life.
