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DHHL presents Molokaʻi planning, drainage and water updates; staff warn of meter shortfall and outline resilience projects
Summary
DHHL planning and land-development staff updated the commission on Molokaʻi cesspool and drainage studies, scattered-lot and agricultural subdivision infrastructure, and a community resilience plan; planners warned the island’s Hoʻolehua water system will not provide meters for roughly 75 future planned homestead lots without additional reservation or allocation work.
DHHL planning and land-development staff updated the Hawaiian Homes Commission on Molokaʻi projects and water issues, describing infrastructure work, environmental studies and community resilience planning intended to support future homestead awards.
Key takeaways - Cesspools and septic inventory: DHHL reported that a final cesspool assessment (completed July 2023) verified 403 cesspools and 109 septic tanks on Molokaʻi. The department said it is preparing for state requirements to upgrade or convert onsite wastewater systems. - Drainage and flood study: After storm damage in December 2022, DHHL began a hydraulic study in May 2024 to model runoff, drainage paths and flood flows for seven streams; staff said the study should be complete by May 2025 and will inform future drainage and flood-risk projects. - Scattered lots and Naiva agricultural subdivision: Land Development Division staff described ongoing design, environmental review and construction planning. The Naiva project budget was reported as roughly $30 million with infrastructure work (roads, potable and irrigation water,…
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