KANEOHE, Hawaii — Work to repair surface erosion at the base of Kaneohe Dam’s embankment will begin Aug. 19, announced the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction.
The work project includes clearing vegetation, excavation, backfilling, grading, adding topsoil, grass hydro-mulching, and installing permanent erosion control matting on eroded areas of the slope. The goal is to stabilize the embankment and prevent debris from entering the access road to the park resulting in structural integrity and erosion control and safety.
Pending weather and other unknown conditions, work is expected to start on Aug. 19 with work hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday except holidays. The project is estimated to be completed by next fall.
Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden will remain open but the project area will be closed to visitors who are asked to avoid this section of the garden.
