How will residents of Central O‘ahu or North Shore use rail if the parking garage at Pearl Highlands is not built?
The planned 1,600-stall parking garage at the Pearl Highlands Station will be deferred due to the excessive cost of construction at the originally planned location. However, HART and the City’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) are committed to working together to find an alternative location for a garage. Several potential options have been discussed but […]
If HART had to submit a Recovery Plan because of a funding shortfall, what is HART doing to address the shortfall and to save taxpayer money?
HART continues to be diligent to reduce the funding shortfall, and ultimately complete the Project to Ala Moana. Some ways that the shortfall is being addressed: Internal Cost Reductions: HART continues to look for ways to reduce its internal costs, including ways to improve efficiencies of internal processes, eliminate redundancies, and better manage costs. An […]
What is the Mauka Shift?
The Mauka Shift refers to a plan to move a section of the rail guideway from the center of Dillingham Boulevard to the mauka side of the street. This saves time and money for the Project by eliminating the need to relocate certain utilities. Currently there is a complex web of electricity, water, sewer and […]
What is the “City Center Utilities Relocation” project, and what is the schedule for rail station and guideway construction work?
The City Center Utilities Relocation project include the movement of utilities, such as water, sewer, gas, electrical, and communications infrastructure, and relocating overhead utilities underground, to prepare for construction of the rail guideway and stations in the Kalihi, Iwilei, Downtown, and Kakaʻako areas. The project scope also includes roadway widening to accommodate the placement of […]
Will steel plates be used during utility relocation, and how will noise be reduced?
Yes, steel plates are used during construction. Contractors typically place compacted cold mix asphalt around the edges for an easy transition from the ground onto the plate, and tack weld plates together to reduce noise and provide a smoother surface for vehicles.
What are the hours of work for the City Center projects?
Work hours vary by project: Downtown Utilities Relocation: Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm and 8 pm to 5 am. Dillingham Utilities Relocation: Ongoing 24/7. Guideway and Stations Construction: Monday through Friday (Saturdays as needed), 6:00 am to 5:00 pm. Nimitz Highway work will require night hours and will be announced once scheduled.
Where can I find weekly traffic updates and road closure information?
You can stay informed through the following sources: Visit the Traffic Updates and Alerts page for current lane closure information: https://honolulutransit.org/construction/traffic-updates/ Sign up for HART’s eBlast newsletter at HonoluluTransit.org. Email info@honolulutransit.org Call HARTʻs public information hotline 808-566-2299 Attend HART’s quarterly Business and Community Meetings, listed on the Upcoming Events calendar.
What should I know about safety near the energized rail track in Segment 2?
The second segment of the rail system from Hālawa (Aloha Stadium) Station to Kahauiki Station (Middle Street Transit Center) is currently energized and powered by a third rail system. The third rail carries 750 volts of electricity at all times, making any contact extremely dangerous and potentially fatal. Although stations along Segment 2 may appear […]
What is the status of the wheel/rail issues?
In late 2020, it was discovered that there was a misalignment of the wheels and rails in the double-crossovers (also known as “frogs”) due to the wheels being too narrow. As a precaution, speed restrictions were put in place for all trains traveling through the double-crossovers. An independent industry expert was engaged to evaluate the […]
What are the benefits of an elevated guideway?
An elevated guideway keeps trains separate from street traffic, reducing delays caused by cars, pedestrians, or other vehicles. It also helps maintain a reliable schedule and reduces the rail system’s footprint by avoiding the need to acquire street-level space in busy corridors.