For Kaua‘i locals and visitors planning to navigate through the south side of the island, keep an ear to the ground: lane closures are in effect on Kōloa Road. Running between Maluhia Road and Waikomo Road, the closures began yesterday and will continue through next Tuesday, as announced in Kaua'i County's press release. The reason behind this hiccup in your daily commute is road resurfacing work.
It seems everyone with a steering wheel should be expecting delays or seeking alternate routes. The county's Department of Public Works and Maui Kupono Builders, in charge of the resurfacing, have advised that access to properties along this portion of Kōloa Road will be maintained. With flaggers posted like sentinels, they'll direct the symphony of traffic amidst the construction ballet.
Anticipate the sight of electronic message boards as you approach these areas—these will serve as your guides, offering real-time updates on the traffic situation. For the week ahead, if possible, avoid parking in the mentioned work zones, and take it as your cue to add a buffer to your travel time.
Todd Ozaki, a mouthpiece for the County of Kaua‘i, reminds community members to plan ahead. "Please plan accordingly, allow extra travel time, and avoid parking in the work zones," Ozaki said, ensuring that residents and visitors alike are not caught unawares by the disruptions. Residents looking for more details can reach out directly to Maui Kupono Builders at 808-369-1800 or to Ozaki himself at the County of Kaua‘i by calling 808-241-4845.
