Utility work on Haleakalā Highway/Crater Road to impact traffic, Sept. 3

Hawaiian Electric contractors are replacing a pole along Haleakalā Highway/Crater Road, between Kekaulike Avenue and Palena Place, that will impact traffic on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No service interruption is expected.

For the safety of the public and work crews, the makai (ocean) lane of Haleakalā Highway/Crater Road between mile markers 0 and 1 will be closed, with alternating traffic directed by flaggers. The bike lane, shoulder lane and sidewalk in the area will be closed during the work.

Flaggers will be onsite to redirect motorists, pedestrians and bike lane users, and safety signs will be posted. Motorists should drive with caution when approaching and passing the work zone and expect delays.