City to begin emergency drainage repairs in the vicinity of Magellan Avenue

Satellite image showing the location of the project site (outlined in orange) on Magellan Ave. between Frear Street and Miller Street. H1 highway runs to the left of Magellan Ave. Image also shows Dole Community Park and Dole Community Garden near the site and nearby streets Alapai St, Prospect St and Manele St.

The emergency project location along Magellan Avenue is highlighted in the image above.

HONOLULU – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction will begin emergency drainage repairs on a section of Magellan Avenue on October 12, 2026. The project, expected to last four months, will repair an underground drain line that collapsed.

The project, awarded to JBC Engineering & Construction, LLC, will include installing temporary erosion and sediment control, removing trees and vegetation, excavating, replacing guardrails, implementing traffic control measures, restoring grass, and restoring the asphalt roadway. The following traffic impacts are expected:

Dole Community Park
To provide a safe, centralized space for materials and equipment, a staging area has been in place in front of Dole Community Park since September 21, 2026. Parking in front of Dole Community Park will be prohibited for the duration of the project.

Magellan Avenue
Beginning October 12, 2026, Magellan Avenue will be closed between Miller Street and Alapa‘i Street 24/7 for the duration of this project. Local traffic may pass through the area to access their properties. The contractor will coordinate and manage local area traffic for businesses and residents, including deliveries, trash collection, and emergency services.

The upcoming work will cause some dust and noise in the surrounding area. The contractor will use appropriate measures to limit construction debris and other nuisances. The City appreciates the public’s assistance and cooperation during this project, as well as the community’s patience and support.

Detours
Westbound:
Traffic heading west on Captain Cooke Ave. will turn right on Alapaʻi Street, right on Green Street, left on Emerson Street, left on Prospect Street, left on Miller Street, and right on Magellan Avenue.

Eastbound:
Traffic heading east on Magellan Avenue will turn left on Miller Street, right on Iolani Avenue, right on Emerson Street, and left onto Lunalilo Street.

TheBus

Buses will be allowed to travel through the area. Route 122 will operate its regular route.

For questions about after-hours project activities, contact JBC Engineering & Construction at 808-386-7758. Questions and comments may be directed to the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction at (808) 768-8400.

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