HONOLULU — The online mapping and navigation platform Google Maps has been updated to reflect current traffic conditions along the section of Dillingham Boulevard and Kamehameha Highway currently being transformed to accommodate the Honolulu Rail Transit Project, the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation announced Thursday.
What You Need To Know
Google Maps can now help users navigate the area in compliance with all current traffic conditions, including recently introduced left-turn restrictions
One traffic lane will be open in each direction on Kamehameha Highway and Dillingham Boulevard, from Middle Street to Kaaahi Street, 24 hours a day, seven days a week; left turns from Kamehameha Highway, Dillingham Boulevard and from driveways are restricted, except for the westbound left turn onto Alakawa Street and the westbound left turn onto Kaaahi Street. Left turns onto Dillingham can only be made at signalized intersections
According to HART, bus service will be maintained, and bus stops will be relocated as needed; pull-out lanes will be implemented at the bus stops to allow through traffic. Honolulu Police Department officers and on-site personnel will assist motorists and pedestrians through the work areas
On his One Oahu podcast on Friday, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi reiterated his assurance that, despite some public skepticism, the rail project will begin initial service in July
