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County of Hawai‘i
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Aupuni Center
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 7 · Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720-4224
(808) 961-8321 · Fax (808) 961-8630
public_works@hawaiicounty.gov
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County of Hawai’i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
Stephen M. Pause, P.E.
Director
Mitchell D. Roth
Mayor
Deanna S. Sako
Managing Director
Malia A. Kekai
Deputy Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 2024
Waipi’o Valley Road Safety Improvement Project to begin Borings work
Waipi’o Valley, Hawaii – The Department of Public Works is providing notice of planned work on Waipi’o
Valley Road. Geotechnical investigations are scheduled to be performed from Wednesday, March 13 to
Friday, March 15, 2024, between 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. This work is part of the on-going efforts to make safety
improvements to the roadway.
The work includes completing borings into the road to assess soil and rock composition, as well as evaluating
the safety and stability of underlying foundations. The data collected will guide future improvements to the
road infrastructure.
To facilitate a safe and efficient working environment for the contractor, one-lane closures will be
implemented along Waipi’o Valley Road. Trained flaggers will be stationed near the active work sites to
manage traffic flow and ensure the safety of both motorists and workers. Additionally, as depicted in the
accompanying map, the borings work will be conducted in four distinct areas along the road. As the work
progresses from one site to another, brief closures lasting 15-20 minutes may occur to allow for the relocation
of equipment.
We thank the residents and visitors of Waipi’o Valley for their patience and cooperation as we work towards
enhancing the safety of Waipi’o Valley Road.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Sherise Kanaʻe-Kāne
Information & Educational Specialist II
Department of Public Works Administration
sherise.kanae-kane@hawaiicounty.gov
(808) 961-8499
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County of Hawai’i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
Waipi’o Valley Road Borings Work: B-1, B-2, B-3, and B-4 will begin on March 13, 2024.