Department of Design & Construction

08/26/2026

🚧 The Street Arch Bridge has fully reopened to traffic in both directions following completion of critical repairs to the bridge's foundations, damaged during the March Kona low storm. Work will continue beneath the bridge through October 2026 to stabilize the streambed. 🔗 bit.ly/3SqCv7D City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services

08/18/2026

BWS is experiencing low to no water pressure in the upper areas of the Metropolitan Honolulu water system due to the prolonged power issues that O’ahu is experiencing. This includes the ridges from Alewa Heights running east to and including Kalama Valley. If you live on the upper mountain ridges of the Ko’olau Mountains in metro Honolulu, you may experience low to no water pressure.

BWS is working with HECO and other city agencies to address this issue. If you are in an area not in metro Honolulu and are experiencing low to no water pressure, please call us at (808) 748-5041.

We do not have an estimate at this time when full water service will be restored as it is dependent on power service being restored as well.

Alternate water supply sources will be provided after 4 pm today after crews finish setting up at needed locations.

If you have water, continue to limit water use until BWS lifts the request for water conservation.

Vist our website at boardofwatersupply.com for updated information and sign up to hnlalert.gov.

08/18/2026

In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala, The Board of Water Supply (BWS) is urging residents to limit their household water use to essential needs only.

Ongoing power outages are impacting the ability of BWS to restart pumps in order to refill reservoirs.

This is an island-wide issue but currently, metro Honolulu is heavily impacted.

To receive emergency updates via email, text, or through push notifications sign up at hnlalert.gov.

08/12/2026

Rehabilitation work will begin on Road Bridge on August 17 for ~ 7 months. Work will run Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (excluding holidays). Traffic control measures will be in place throughout the project:
* Mid-August: One lane open to alternating traffic
* Late August - Late December: Bridge closure 24 hours/day, 7 days a week
* Early January - Mid February - One lane open to alternating traffic

An on-demand shuttle will be provided by TheBus for the Valley View Dr. community,
operating between Valley View Dr. and Kamehameha Shopping Center during the
Late August - Late December portion of the project.
🔗 bit.ly/3U4xLF3 City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services

08/05/2026

Sewer System Upgrades Coming to Hanauma Bay
Starting Aug 3, 2026, DDC will begin replacing the 35-year-old sewer system at Bay Nature Preserve — upgrading manholes, the wet well, and the lift station to keep this treasured spot running reliably for years to come.
📌 What to expect:
🚧 Preserve closures: Aug 3 - 11, 2026 and another date TBA 2027
📅 Construction runs weekdays, 7am–3:30pm, through Summer 2027
🔗 bit.ly/4yeYBKr
City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation

Update as of 8/4/2026 The initial closure of the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve for sewer improvements will be extended one week to allow for in-house repairs to the beach-level comfort station.  Hanauma Bay is now scheduled to reopen for the public on Saturday, August 19, 2026 (from the original proj...

08/04/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: North Kalāheo Avenue Bridge, : bit.ly/4wB0rnz
Special traffic control will resume for bridge rehabilitation work at the North Kalāheo Ave. Bridge.
Sheet pile installation resumes Monday, Aug. 10, and will take about a week, followed by concrete topping work in two phases through mid-September.
📅 What to expect (Aug. 10–14, Aug. 31–Sept. 4, Sept. 14–18):
☀️ Extended daytime contraflow: 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
🌙 Overnight Kailua-bound detour via Kaha Street: 6:31 p.m. – 7:29 a.m.
For all other work weeks, expect standard contraflow 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with full two-way travel outside of work hours. No lane closures on weekends or holidays.
🚌 TheBus riders: Routes 674 and 87 will be affected during the overnight detour, and Bus Stop #3593 (Kalāheo Ave + Kainui Dr) will not be served during that time. All stops are served during contraflow.
Please allow extra travel time and follow posted signs and traffic control personnel. The project remains on track for completion in October 2026. City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services

Ongoing Construction at North Kalāheo Avenue Bridge (No. 445) HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction announces that special traffic control will resume for the rehabilitation work on the North Kalāheo Avenue Bridge No. 445 over the Kawainui Canal in ...

07/29/2026

🤝💼The Career Expo takes place today on July 29 2026 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Join us to learn more about the exciting opportunities with the City. Explore Jobs: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu Register: https://hawaiicareerexpo.com/

City and County of Honolulu City and County of Honolulu Department of Human Resources

07/06/2026

Sewer System Upgrades Coming to Hanauma Bay
Starting Aug 3, 2026, DDC will begin replacing the 35-year-old sewer system at Bay Nature Preserve — upgrading manholes, the wet well, and the lift station to keep this treasured spot running reliably for years to come.
📌 What to expect:
🚧 Preserve closures: Aug 3 - 11, 2026 and another date TBA 2027
📅 Construction runs weekdays, 7am–3:30pm, through Summer 2027
🔗 bit.ly/4yeYBKr
City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation

Two separate closure periods of the entire preserve are expected. Hanauma Bay project site: restrooms and changing rooms at the beach level. HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction (DDC) will begin much-needed sewer system improvements at Hanauma Bay Na...

06/22/2026

🚧 Upcoming Roadway Repairs – Tantalus Drive
Emergency repairs are planned at 2369–2375 Tantalus Drive following damage from the March 2026 Kona Low storm. Work will include shoulder reconstruction, retaining walls, guardrails, drainage improvements, and erosion control to restore full access.
📅 Start: July 6 2026
Duration: ~6 months
Work hours: Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (excluding holidays)
🚗 Traffic impacts:
• Contraflow traffic through work zone
• Expect delays—please allow extra travel time
• Follow all posted signs and directions from officers
🔗https://bit.ly/4grgxL5
City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services

06/20/2026

🚧 Waipahu St Arch Bridge Update
Emergency repairs are set to begin on June 29 2026
👷‍♀️ What to expect:
* Westbound traffic remains open
* Eastbound traffic must detour via Farrington Highway
* Work hours: Weekdays, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
* Contraflow in place on weekdays from Aug 3, Mon - Fri, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
⚠️ Plan ahead, expect delays, and follow posted signage.
🔗 bit.ly/4eh9LX2 City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services