Puako Beach Drive resurfacing project begins Monday

Hawaii County’s Department of Public Works Highways Division (South Kohala) next week will be paving on Puako Beach Drive from Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway to Hokuloa United Church from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, weather permitting.

While the work is being performed, traffic will be reduced to one lane of alternating travel.

Traffic control personnel will direct traffic, and message boards will display information about the roadwork. Motorists are advised to drive with caution through the work zone.

Residents along Puako Beach Drive may use an alternate route. The Mauna Lani emergency access road will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the construction period.

Those with questions or concerns can call the Department of Public Works Highways Division Administration Office at 961-8349.