Sen. Lorraine R. Inouye (D-Hilo, Hamakua and North Hawaii) recently announced that Gov. David Ige released $8.75 million in capital improvement project (CIP) funding for the construction of a 10-million gallon water reservoir for the Lalamilo water system in South Kohala.
“The new reservoir will be an added benefit to the communities along the coastal areas of South Kohala, providing them with increased water reserve and fire protection,” said Inouye.
The reservoir will consist of a 36-foot-high concrete tank on property currently owned by Parker Ranch that will be subdivided to create a three-acre lot. The Hawaii County Department of Water Supply will be in charge of constructing the reservoir. Additional components will include accessory waterlines, a gate, an access road, security lighting, and a fence.
Funding for the project will be split between the state and county.