Hawaii Department of Transportation Installs Noise Monitoring Cameras Throughout the State
The Hawai'i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the initiation of a noise detection copilot programme, scheduled to begin on September 15, 2023. This copilot aims to gather data on the types and levels of noise generated by vehicles on O'ahu roads, with the installation of sound measuring cameras at various locations across the island.
Twelve potential locations have been identified for the installation of these cameras, pending an engineering assessment. The first camera will be installed on Ala Moana Boulevard near Kalia Road later this year, with the remaining eight locations to be installed by January 2026. These locations were selected based on complaints recorded by the Honolulu Police Department.
Monthly reports will be prepared by HDOT, detailing the number of events detected exceeding 90 dB at the noise detection copilot locations. These reports will also include the type of vehicle noise observed, such as engine or muffler noise, at the copilot sites.
One of the locations for the copilot will be the H-3 Freeway at the Halekou Interchange. It's important to note that no tickets will be issued through this noise detection copilot, as its primary purpose is to gather data for future legislation on vehicle noise and Honolulu Police Department enforcement.
Meanwhile, preparations are underway for the fourth annual CiTTi Awards, which will take place on 25 November 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. The CiTTi Awards celebrate achievements and innovations in traffic management, providing an opportunity to recognise and honour those making a difference in this field.
For more information about the CiTTi Awards, visit www.cittiawards.co.uk. The awards serve as a testament to the ongoing efforts to improve traffic management and create safer, more efficient roads for all users.
Current laws in Hawai'i prohibit the modification of motor vehicle, motorcycle, or moped mufflers or exhaust pipes to increase the volume of noise emitted. These regulations underscore the importance of initiatives like the noise detection copilot, which aim to ensure the safety and comfort of all road users.
