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Wailua Cane Haul Bridge Widening Project Breaks Ground, Bridge Complex Renamed in Honor of Mayor Bryan J. Baptiste

6/23: The state Department of Transportation (DOT) marked the start of the Wailua Cane Haul Bridge Widening Project on Kaua`i's Kuhi`o Highway with a groundbreaking ceremony this morning with federal, state and county officials.

H-1 Freeway Kapolei Interchange Complex Breaks Ground

7/6: Governor Linda Lingle, U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, state DOT officials, and representatives from Kapolei Property Development and Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc., today celebrated the groundbreaking of the first phase of the H-1 Freeway Kapolei Interchange Complex, which will construct connecting ramps to the Makakilo and Palailai Interchanges.

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$3.1 Million In Federal Funds Secured For Kawaihae Harbor Improvements

4/24: The state DOT will be the beneficiary of $3.1 million in federal funds, through the Hawaii Port Infrastructure Expansion Program, for port improvements at Kawaihae Harbor. This infrastructure project will be the first of many to be conducted under partnership between the federal Maritime Administration and the state Harbors Division.

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Commercial Drivers License Holders Warned Of Heightened Risk Of Identity Theft

4/7: The state DOT and the Attorney General are strongly encouraging approximately 1,892 individuals who hold a commercial drivers license (CDL) to take preventative measures to guard themselves against potential identify theft. The warning follows a March 18, 2009 incident, in which a laptop from the DOT’s Motor Vehicle Safety Office was reported missing.

Driver History Record Copies Now More Accessible To The Public

The state Department of Transportation (DOT) announced today that Hawai‘i drivers can now attain copies of their driver history record by visiting or writing to the District Courts. A request form is also available online at: http://hawaii.gov/dot/highways/about/hwy-v/mvso.htm

H-1 Lane Closures For Pearl City Viaduct Advanced Repairs

4/1: Road crews will begin deck replacement repair work beginning Monday, April 6, on the Pearl City Viaduct, H-1 Freeway eastbound. Work will be scheduled on Monday nights through Friday mornings from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m., nightly.

Harbors Modernization Plan

DOT Harbors Division, in partnership with members of the Hawai`i Harbors User Group, has developed a system-wide harbor modernization plan which will implement harbor infrastructure improvements to address projected increases in ocean transportation of cargo and passengers through the year 2030.

Highway Landscaping: The Return of Native Grasses to Hawaii

The DOT Highways Division is helping to bring native Hawaiian plants back to the islands. Please click on the link to read more about the cultural and unseen economic benefits that native plants will bring.

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Honoapiilani Highway Widening Project Contract Award Moving Foward

The state Department of Transportation (DOT) will be awarding the contract for the Honoapiilani Widening Project, Lahainaluna Road to Aholo Road. A bid protest had been filed but a subsequent hearing was not requested, allowing the DOT to move forward with the contract award process. Bids from prospective contractors, ranging from $18,495,401, to $24,767,977, are now being reviewed and the contract award is pending.

Honolulu Advertiser: Fewer cars, more users of Zipper Lane

A recent Honolulu Advertiser article highlights the effects brought about by the 3-or-more-passengers ridership policy change for the H-1 Freeway Zipper Lane. Carpool commute times during the morning rush-hour have improved by approximately 15 minutes, all while the lane moves more passengers per vehicle. Please click on the link to view the complete article.

Major Traffic Congestion Relief Projects Planned For Oahu Motorists

Governor Linda Lingle, Senate President Colleen Hanabusa, Rep. Marilyn Lee and the state Department of Transportation (DOT) unveiled two major initiatives today aimed at easing traffic congestion along the most heavily traveled corridor in the state.

New Airport Parking Garage Reaches Completion

Governor Linda Lingle, officials from the state Department of Transportation (DOT), Senator Kalani English, Representative Lynn Finnegan, and key members from the airline industry joined together today to dedicate the new parking structure at Honolulu International Airport.

New Fort Weaver Road Widening Project Roadwork Updates

Click on the link above to view weekly roadwork updates for the Fort Weaver Road Widening Project, Phase II. This project will widen Fort Weaver Road from four lanes to six, adding an additional lane of traffic in each direction from Aawa Drive to Geiger Road. This page will be updated regularly with lane closure schedules, construction updates, and contraflow information.

New Highways Modernization Plan Website Online

More information on the proposed $4.2 billion dollar, six-year Highways Modernization Plan is now online. The statewide plan would implement critical highway projects and programs aimed at reducing traffic congestion, improving highway safety, maintaining roads, and saving motorists time and money.The Highways Modernization Plan focuses on 183 projects, including 161 projects in the four counties: 76 projects on O‘ahu, 36 projects for Maui County, 27 projects on the Big Island and 22 projects on Kaua‘i. In addition, there are 22 statewide projects.

New Legislation Proposed To Improve Safety On Hawaii's Roadways

Governor Linda Lingle, Senator Kalani English, Rep. Joe Souki and the state Department of Transportation (DOT) unveiled five pieces of legislation today all aimed at improving traffic safety on Hawai‘i’s roadways.

New Photovoltaic Power Systems To Save Taxpayers Thousands In Energy Costs

4/30: The DOT joined Hoku Solar, a subsidiary of Hoku Scientific, in dedicating a solar, photovoltaic power system at Lihu‘e Airport today. This PV system is one of seven DOT facilities across the state that comprise the DOT’s Photovoltaic Energy Systems Project. The project exemplifies the state’s commitment to lead by example in developing renewable energy strategies that also focus on energy savings.

Phase I Of Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Project Reaches Completion

3/31/2009: Officials from the state Department of Transportation (DOT) were joined by Senator J. Kalani English, Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company President William Wilson, and Representative Cindy Evans today, for the dedication of Phase I of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening project.

State Unveils Comprehensive Six-Year Highways Modernization Plan

Governor Linda Lingle, together with Senate Transportation Chair Kalani English, House Transportation Chair Joe Souki and State Transportation Director Brennon Morioka today unveiled a $4.2 billion dollar, six-year Highway Modernization Plan. The statewide plan would implement critical highway projects and programs aimed at reducing traffic congestion, improving highway safety, maintaining roads, and saving motorists time and money.

H-1 Freeway School Street On-Ramp Closure Begins Sunday Night, 7/19

7/16: The westbound H-1 Freeway School Street on-ramp will be closed continuously for approximately one month beginning at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday night, July 19, through 3:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon, August 15, for repair of an adjacent retaining wall.

H-1 Freeway North-South Road Interchange Completed, Open To Motorists

Oct. 5 - The state DOT and contractor Kiewit Pacific Co. opened the H-1 Freeway North-South Road Interchange today, following a dedication ceremony by state, federal and county officials. Motorists are advised to use caution while familiarizing themselves with the new traffic patterns.