Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station Reopens After Renovations

The $2.57 million improvement project included a new chute, repaving, and other upgrades.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Laupāhoehoe Recycling and Transfer Station in Hawaii will reopen tomorrow after a $2.57 million improvement project performed by Isemoto Contracting. The project involved installing a new chute with a canopy, repaving, replacement of the retaining wall, installation of a concrete swale and water retention system, and a new concrete pad.

Why it matters

The Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station is an important recycling and waste management facility for the local community. The renovations will improve the station's capacity and efficiency, making it easier for residents to properly dispose of and recycle their waste.

The details

To compensate for the station's closure, the County temporarily expanded hours at the neighboring Honomū Recycling and Transfer Station, which will now return to its normal operating schedule. The new Laupāhoehoe Recycling and Transfer Station schedule includes Tuesday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Recycling services at Laupāhoehoe include bins for glass, cardboard, scrap metal, and whitegoods.

  • The Laupāhoehoe Recycling and Transfer Station will reopen on March 6, 2026.
  • The Honomū Recycling and Transfer Station's expanded hours will end on March 5, 2026.

The players

Isemoto Contracting

The construction company that performed the $2.57 million improvement project at the Laupāhoehoe Recycling and Transfer Station.

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The takeaway

The reopening of the Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station after renovations is an important development for the local community, as it will restore convenient access to recycling and waste management services in the area.