Road rehab project to close several major streets in Downtown Honolulu

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The city is set to embark on a major road rehabilitation project in Downtown Honolulu on Monday.

Several of the major streets in the area will be undergoing renovations, including:

• Bishop Street
• Adams Lane
• Fort Street
• King Street
• Punchbowl Street
• Richards Street
• Pali Highway

Some of the improvements planned include:

• Reconstructing asphalt roads and pavement markings
• Adjusting manhole covers and utility access boxes
• Reconstructing existing concrete curbs and gutters
• Resetting existing lava rock curbs
• Installing vehicle loop detectors
• Making modifications to traffic signals and signs

The work will be seven days a week, initially during daytime hours.

On May 22, the work will expand to include night-time and overnight hours.

Construction work is expected to run on the following schedule:

Drivers in the area should expect delays and possible detours. Roadway signs remain posted.

The project is expected to be completed by mid-November.

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