The Hawaii Department of Transportation has launched preliminary environmental studies for a 4.5-mile northern extension of the Lahaina Bypass, funded in part by $100 million in federal wildfire disaster funds. Construction is expected to begin in mid-to-late 2028 with completion targeted for December 2030.
- Phase 1C will extend the Lahaina Bypass northward 4.5 miles from Keawe Street to Puʻukoliʻi Road.
- Maui County committed $100 million in federal wildfire disaster funds toward the project, which is estimated to cost $220–$250 million total.
- Construction is anticipated to start mid-to-late 2028, with completion by December 2030.
- Public informational meetings are scheduled for July 8 (in-person at Lahainaluna High School) and July 15 (virtual).
- Property owners and the public can submit comments via the project website at lahainabypassphase1c.org.
Source: Hawaii
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