South Kīhei Road near Kamaʻole II Beach Park will reopen to traffic on August 11, 2026, earlier than the originally estimated fall completion date. The County of Maui repaired extensive storm damage caused by a March Kona low using federal emergency funding.
- The roughly 150-foot section of South Kīhei Road damaged by a March 2026 Kona low will reopen August 11, ahead of schedule.
- Repairs covered roadway drainage, slope stabilization, waterline restoration, curb and sidewalk work, and paving of the adjacent park area.
- Damage was unusually severe because stormwater undermined multiple underground infrastructure systems, requiring custom engineering and federal compliance.
- Federal emergency funding was secured and the project was awarded to P.B. Sullivan Construction Inc. in May 2026.
- Nearby businesses and restaurants remained open during construction; the county provided detour signage, radio ads, and a partial rental assistance program to support them.
Source: Mauirecovers
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