Temporary lane changes scheduled for bridge rehab project in Hilo

Temporary travel lane changes are scheduled as county crews continue their work on the Pauahi Bridge Rehab project in Hilo.

Starting July 8, the Department of Public Works Engineering Division and Jas. W. Glover, Ltd. will shift travel lanes to the east side of the roadway to complete the repair of the west section of the bridge. Work will occur from Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

During this time, parking will not be permitted on either side of Pauahi Street from the Aupuni Street intersection to the Kamehameha Avenue intersection.

The Pauahi Bridge Rehabilitation project will construct a new bridge. The scope of the work includes the demolition of the existing bridge deck, hand railings, pavement, concrete sidewalk, and waterline and the installation of a new bridge, hand railings, pavement, concrete sidewalk, waterline, and striping.

Residents, commuters, and stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed about project updates and any changes to traffic patterns by visiting the Department of Public Works website at https://hawaii-county-public-works-hawaiicountygis.hub.arcgis.com/.

Cost of the project is approximately $3.45 million.