Read on for the latest news from HDOT, Highways Division, Oahu District as well as tips to mālama i ka wai, or protect our water!

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BMP Tip: Run-on Diversions

How can you best manage storm water run-on at your construction site?

Storm water run-on from an adjacent property can be problematic on your construction site where you have areas that are not yet stabilized. Learn what BMPs may be considered to manage and divert storm water run-on.

Over the past several years DOT-HWYS has continued to design and construct permanent storm water treatment best management practices (PBMPs) as part of their Post-Construction Storm Water Management Program, Action Plan for Retrofitting Structural BMPs, and Trash Reduction Plan. Learn more about what is being done to keep our roadways trash free.

The State of Hawaii Department of Transportation hosted its 2018 Protect Our Water Conference on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at Pōmaikaʻi Ballrooms. Mahalo to all our guests, informative speakers, and key stakeholders for attending! View more photos by clicking below.

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Water Environment Federation Award

The Water Environment Federation (WEF) awarded the DOT-HWYS, Oahu District with a Gold Level in Program Management and Silver Level in Innovation as part of the organization’s National Municipal Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Awards Program.

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28-Day Plastic Purge

The New Year is here! Be “green” in 2019 and add sustainability to your list of New Years Resolutions by taking the “28-Day Plastic Purge Challenge.” Learn more about how to rethink and reduce your plastic usage.

Congratulations to the Fleet and Family Readiness Program, HDOT Highways, Oahu District’s Fourth Quarter 2018 Adopt-A-Highway Champions! Their route is along Farrington Highway from Waipahu Depot Street to Leoleo Street.

Community Events

Mark your calendars for these upcoming community events!

January 25-27, 2019: The Biggest Home Building & Remodeling Show of the year brings thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors together. We will have a booth highlighting the importance of keeping Oahu's storm drains trash-free. We'll also have a stormwater model demonstration to educate visitors on proper stormwater management along with prizes and educational resources to giveaway.