#Iao Flood Control
Council to consider bill on design agreement for the ʻĪao flood control project
The project will include removal of an existing revetment, installation of a pre-formed scour hole and implementation of a flood-warning system, according to Council Chair Alice Lee.
Proposed Repairs to ʻĪao Flood Control Project Topic of Meetings Aug. 21, 26
The Honolulu District of the US Army Corps of Engineers hosts two online public meetings to discuss proposed repairs to the ʻĪao Flood Control Project.
ʻĪao Valley Parks Remain Closed, Frequent Trespassing Reported
Despite ongoing closures of state and county parks in ʻĪao Valley, officials report continued problems with trespassing by individuals and groups who ignore the multiple closure signs.
Engineers to Assess Flood Damage from Kepaniwai to Flood Control at ʻĪao
This week on Wednesday, Nov. 9 and Thursday, Nov. 10, engineers and a GIS specialist will be assessing sites along the river bank to determine areas that qualify for their program.
Comment Deadline Today for Draft EA on ʻĪao Flood Control
Today is the deadline to comment on a draft environmental assessment filed by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Maui Public Works Department for the proposed modification of the ʻĪao Stream (Wailuku River) Flood Control Project located in Wailuku.
State Proposes Widening of 55-year-old Iao Stream Bridge
The proposed improvements are aimed at enhancing the safety of motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.
WAIOHULI FLOOD CONTROL AMONG PROJECTS IN FEDERAL BILL
Four Maui projects are among a list of renewable energy and water preservation initiatives included in a $34 million federal appropriations bill that passed in the Senate last night. A total of $752,000 in funding is proposed for projects at ‘Iao Stream, Maalaea Harbor, Waiohuli, and the West Maui Watershed. The largest Maui allocation of […]
FUNDING SECURED FOR IAO FLOOD CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS
Congresswoman Mazie K. Hirono voted in support of a federal appropriations act that helped to secure $3,065,000 in funding for Hawaii. Maui’s ‘Iao Flood Control Project is one of six projects included in the request, which passed with a favorable 307-97 vote in the House. The $250,000 ‘Iao allocation is expected to provide better protection […]
