Construction Begins for New Ocean Safety Base Station in Kailua

Kailua, Hawaii, September 23, 2025

News Summary

Construction is set to begin for the new Ocean Safety Base Station at Kailua Beach Park, aimed at enhancing lifeguard operations. The project will involve sewer connection, road demolition, and restoration, lasting approximately 2-3 weeks. Operating hours will be from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., leading to potential lane closures and delays in the area. The station will span 454,100 square feet, with essential amenities for lifeguards, representing an investment of $2.5 million and expected completion in July 2026.

Kailua, Hawaii – Construction will begin on September 29 to establish a new sewer connection for the Kailua Beach Park Ocean Safety District Operations Base Station, a facility that will serve as a crucial hub for lifeguard operations along the coastline. The construction project is expected to last approximately 2-3 weeks and will involve key work including road demolition, sewer lateral installation, and roadway restoration.

Work on the project will take place from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. from Sunday to Friday, excluding holidays. During this time, a single lane closure will be in effect, leading to potential delays in the area. Drivers are urged to remain vigilant and adhere to all traffic controls and posted signs, as well as directives from special duty police officers who will be monitoring the site.

The new Ocean Safety Base Station represents the first facility built specifically for the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department. It will occupy a total of approximately 454,100 square feet of land and feature a 1,680 square-foot building equipped with essential amenities for lifeguards. This includes two offices, a bathroom, a kitchenette, a board storage room, and two roll-up garages designed for truck and rescue ski storage. The base station will provide lifeguards with a secure and functional space to store rescue and medical equipment, enhancing the efficiency of ocean safety operations between Mokapu Peninsula and Waimanalo Bay.

Although initial plans projected completion of the facility in summer 2025, this timeline has been extended to July 2026 due to a redesign of a retaining wall. The overall cost for the new base station project is estimated at $2.5 million, reflecting the city’s commitment to improving ocean safety services for residents and visitors alike.

For any questions or comments concerning the project, members of the public can reach out to the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction at (808) 768-8400.

Key Features of the New Ocean Safety Base Station

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Additional Resources

• Hawaii News Now: Construction Work Begins for Ocean Safety Station
• Wikipedia: Kailua, Hawaii
• Spectrum Local News: Ocean Safety Facility in Kailua
• Google Search: Kailua Beach Park Ocean Safety
• KHON2: Visitors Asked to Stay Out of Lanikai
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Hawaii
• KITV: Ocean Safety Unit Opened at Kailua Beach Park
• Google News: Kailua Ocean Safety

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