Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station to close for up to 10 months beginning this month

The Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station will close for up to 10 months starting Monday, April 21 as significant improvements are made to the facility.    

The construction contract, awarded to Isemoto Contracting for $2.57 million, addresses structural and safety concerns and improvements to user experience. The last day of operation for the Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station prior to construction will be April 20 and reopening is expected in early 2026. 

Work will involve installing a new canopy, repaving, and constructing a new rubbish chute, retaining wall, concrete swale, and concrete pad. 

During construction, the Honomū Transfer Station, 28-1844 Old Māmalahoa Highway, will be open on additional days to accommodate residents.

Honomū Transfer Station schedule effective April 21:

• Monday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. 
• Tuesday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. (Added Day) 
• Wednesday: Closed 
• Thursday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. 
• Friday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. (Added Day) 
• Saturday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. 
• Sunday: Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. (Added Day) 

Updates will be available throughout the project online. Residents may also contact the Department of Environmental Management at cohlem@hawaiicounty.gov or 808-961-8800.